Caravan fire

Update 12 March 2pm

An investigation has recorded the cause of the fire, which destroyed three caravans, as accidental. An electrical fault was the most likely cause.

Update 11 March 10.20pm

The fire is now out, and crews will remain on-site to dampen down and make sure the area is cool.

There are no reported injuries, and emergency services are working to reopen the nearby A13 slip road shortly.

Watch Manager Darryl Worster said: "We’d like to thank the local community for their assistance and support in bringing this incident to a safe and swift conclusion."

An investigation into the cause of the fire will take place when it is safe to do so.

Firefighters are currently tackling a fire involving multiple caravans near Sadlers Farm Roundabout, Bowers Gifford, Basildon.

Due to its proximity to the A13 and the significant amount of smoke, our Control Officers have received over 45 calls about this incident.

Crews are working swiftly to bring the fire under control, prevent it from spreading and make sure surrounding areas are safe.

Please avoid the area while we deal with the incident.