Massive Blaze Tears Through Ambulance Transfers HQ Near Lakeside
A huge fire has ripped through the headquarters of a private ambulance contractor near Lakeside Shopping Centre in Thurrock.
Firefighters Battle Heavy Smoke and Flames at Motherwell Way
The blaze broke out early on August 3, with emergency services called at around 5 a.m. Ten firefighting crews from Essex and London raced to the scene on Motherwell Way. They found a sizable industrial unit, roughly 20 by 40 metres, engulfed in thick smoke.
Photos show smoke pouring from the building as firefighters grapple with the intense blaze.
Residents Warned to Keep Windows and Doors Shut
Due to the dense smoke, locals have been urged to keep their windows and doors closed for safety. Firefighters are tackling the fire in sections to bring it under control.
Multiple Fire Crews from Across Essex Join the Effort
- Orsett
- Basildon
- Brentwood
- Corringham
- Chelmsford
- Witham
- Two crews from Grays
The coordinated response shows the scale of the incident as firefighters work around the clock to extinguish the flames.
