A large industrial unit fire on Southend Road between East Hanningfield and Rettendon caused enormous explosions and a massive smoke plume visible across south Essex, with residents reporting their homes shaking and windows rattling miles away. Fire authorities urged nearby residents to stay clear, close windows and doors, and await updates as investigators determine the cause.

Environment· Jul 24, 2026

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Essex industrial blast rattles Rettendon, countywide

Environment· Jul 24, 2026

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South Woodham Ferrers is a town and civil parish in the City of Chelmsford district of Essex, England. It is approximately 35 miles (56 km) east of London and 8 miles (13 km) south-east of Chelmsford. At the 2021 census the parish had a population of 16,026.

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