Essex County Fire and Rescue Service9 hrs agoFirefighters tackle derelict pub blaze for four hoursAn investigation is being launched after crews tackled a fire at the former Princess of Wales pub.9 hrs ago4 days agoFire crews tackle blaze at large derelict houseThirty-five firefighters attended the property, a service says.4 days ago20 Apr 2026Crews tackle industrial unit fireAn investigation into the cause of the fire will now take place.20 Apr 20262 Apr 2026Fire crews tackle spreading roof fire in two homesEssex Fire and Rescue Service says while it is under control it expects to be on scene for "several hours".2 Apr 202626 Mar 2026More fire engines must be available, says reportInspectors note "several improvements" since their last visit, but say more is still needed.26 Mar 20268 Feb 2026Crews from across county at Premier Inn loft fireSeven crews are called to help put out a fire at a Braintree hotel.8 Feb 20266 Feb 2026Trapped pony rescued from septic tank by fire crewsThe operation in Thaxted is carried out by firefighters from both Essex and Hertfordshire.6 Feb 202617 Jan 2026Homes evacuated after car hits gas mainA number of people were asked to leave their homes, while gas engineers made the area safe.17 Jan 20269 Jan 2026Father 'humbled' by support after flat burns downStephen Corbett says he is "humbled" after more than £19,000 was raised to help him.9 Jan 2026...
