Firefighters Rush to Blaze at Procter & Gamble Plant in West Thurrock
Fire Crews Mobilised
Fire engines from both Essex and London Fire Brigades were scrambled to Procter & Gamble’s site on Hedley Avenue, West Thurrock, late Sunday night. The call came just after 10:15pm, with three Essex crews joined by several from London.
Evacuations and Ongoing Investigations
All staff on site were swiftly evacuated following the activation of an automatic fire alarm. Firefighters are now searching the premises and coordinating with site personnel to contain the situation. The exact location and cause of the fire remain unclear as investigations continue.
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