A “stray firework” is believed to have ignited a fire on New Year’s Eve that engulfed a shed and a garage, causing significant damage in South Woodham Ferrers, Essex. Firefighters were called to Leeward Road just 12 minutes into the new year after receiving reports of a fire, marking a dramatic start to the year for residents.
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Essex County Fire and Rescue Service responded to reports of bushes on fire on Leeward Road at 12:12 am. Upon their arrival, firefighters discovered that the flames had spread to two outbuildings, including a shed measuring approximately 5 meters by 5 meters and a garage measuring approximately 5 meters by 10 meters.