Haystack fire

Update 8PM 

Crews are continuing to turn over the controlled burn. They are working with the farmer to break down the stack. 

Update 7AM 

Firefighters remained at the scene overnight and are continuing to let the haystack burn under control. One crew is in attendance.

Crews are currently tackling a large haystack fire in Walton on the Naze. 

Firefighters from Clacton and Weeley were called at 4:05pm this afternoon. 

Watch Manager Gary Clarke said: "Crews are currently working hard to surround the fire. There is a lot of smoke in the area and residents might see smoke for the next 12 to 24 hours.

"We are carrying out a controlled burn which is the safest and most effective way to deal with this kind of incident. Crews will likely remain on scene overnight to make sure the fire burns out safely."