Large haystack fire

Update 7am (Monday 30 September) 

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

Firefighters from Rochford, Southend (two) and Rayleigh Weir are currently tackling a large haystack fire in Rochford. 

Crews were called to Lambourne Hall Road at 8.14pm. 

Station Manager Rick Williams said: "Crews are currently working to protect the surrounding area, it is approximately 180 tonnes of hay bales alight.

"Due to the windy conditions the fire is burning through the haystack quite quickly. We are looking to scale this incident down soon but crews will likely remain here overnight to make sure the haystack burns out safely."