Essex County Fire and Rescue Service18 Oct 2025Man arrested on suspicion of arson at vape shopPolice say the man has been released on bail following the blaze in the early hours of Wednesday.18 Oct 202523 Sep 2025Fire crews called to same place in two daysEssex Fire and Rescue Service is asking residents to report any suspicious activity. 23 Sep 202519 Sep 2025Arson attack destroys town's 'iconic' bandstand Emergency crews "worked tirelessly through the night to tackle the fire", a council leader says.19 Sep 202516 Sep 2025Large farmyard fire is tackled by crewsA wooden barn blaze spreads to two tractors, caravans and vans in a yard.16 Sep 20257 Sep 2025Crews praised for 'incredibly hard' work at fireFirefighters are continuing to monitor the large warehouse near the A12 in mid-Essex.7 Sep 202526 Aug 2025Fire crews believe woodland blaze was 'deliberate'A fire service is asking for anonymous information about who may have started it.26 Aug 202517 Aug 2025Outbuilding blaze spreads to rubbish pile and treesPeople living near the scene in Southend are being advised to keep their windows and doors closed.17 Aug 20257 Aug 2025Bonfire warning issued as outhouse catches firePeople are warned to be extra careful during dry and windy conditions.7 Aug 20256 Aug 2025Firefighters battling blaze at thatched cottagesCrews from Suffolk and Essex are at the scene of the fire in Glemsford, near Sudbury.6 Aug 2025...