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Roydon Industrial Blaze Rages: Smoke Blankets Area
20 Apr
Summary
- Firefighters are actively combating a significant blaze.
- The fire is located at a large industrial unit in Roydon.
- Residents are urged to keep windows and doors shut due to smoke.
A significant fire broke out at a large industrial unit in Roydon, prompting an immediate response from emergency services. Firefighters were alerted to the incident on Sunday evening, specifically at 21:18 BST, responding to reports of smoke in Old House Lane. Crews from Essex Fire Service were joined by colleagues from Hertfordshire, indicating the scale of the response required.
The scene has been characterized by a large volume of smoke, leading station manager Howard Midwood to issue a public advisory. Residents living near the affected area have been urged to ensure their windows and doors remain closed. The operation to extinguish the fire is ongoing as crews work to bring the situation under control.
