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Essex Building Erupts: Ground Shakes Miles Away
24 Jul
Summary
- Firefighters responded to a significant incident at an industrial building.
- The incident occurred on farmland near Southend Road.
- Residents miles away reported feeling the ground shake.
Emergency services are currently addressing a major incident at an industrial building situated on farmland in Essex, between East Hanningfield and Rettendon. Responders were dispatched to the location on Southend Road on Friday afternoon.
Eyewitnesses have reported hearing sounds akin to an explosion. One person described the noise as being like a bomb. The impact of the event was significant enough to be felt miles away, with one individual stating the ground and buildings shook from 15 miles distant.
Essex County Fire & Rescue Service has advised the public to steer clear of the affected area. They also issued a precautionary measure for those living or traveling nearby to keep their windows and doors shut. The East of England Ambulance Service confirmed its attendance at the scene.
