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Fire destroys three static caravans in Burnham, Essex

02.07.2026 04:16 1 min 3 sources
Gazette ENG + 2 more
Fire destroys three static caravans in Burnham, Essex
Original source: Gazette

In Brief

A fire on Crixey Lane in Burnham, Essex, destroyed three static caravans on the evening of June 1. Witnesses reported thick black smoke. Fire crews from Burnham, Maldon, and South Woodham Ferrers extinguished the blaze by 9:19 PM BST.

On the evening of Monday, June 1, 2026, a fire on Crixey Lane in Burnham, Essex, destroyed three static caravans. Witnesses reported thick black smoke rising from the scene.

Essex Fire and Rescue Service sent crews from Burnham, Maldon, and South Woodham Ferrers. The fire was extinguished by 9:19 PM BST. One caravan was completely destroyed. Residents were thanked for their timely call to emergency services.

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Fire destroys three caravans in Burnham

02.06.2026 Gazette ENG Original source

Three static caravans destroyed in fire in Burnham

02.06.2026 BBC News ENG Original source

Fire in Burnham destroys three static caravans

01.06.2026 Maldon and Burnham Standard ENG Original source

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