Caravans destroyed as fire breaks out on park next to A127
A FIRE on a caravan park next to the A127 is causing disruption for road users.
Essex Fire and Rescue Service were called to Cranfield Park Avenue, Basildon, at 5.55pm today.
A service spokesman said: "When crews arrived at the scene they reported five static caravans and seven LPG cylinders were involved in the fire.
"Three caravans have been completely destroyed."
Police on route to assist @ECFRS at scene of large fire #A127 #wickford possible gas canisters involved
— Insp Rob Brettell (@InspBrettell) October 24, 2016
Between 6-7 caravans badly damaged by fire in #Cranfield Park Ave - believed caused by tumble drier - no injuries police leaving scene
— Insp Rob Brettell (@InspBrettell) October 24, 2016
An investigation will be carried out to establish the cause of the fire.
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