Fifty firefighters tackle blaze at beauty spot

BBC England Friday 31 July 2026, 11:21 UTC 1 min read

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Essex County Fire and Rescue Service is asking the public to avoid the area to make space for crews.

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ORG)

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