A bin lorry caught on fire after items were disposed on incorrectly near a recycling centre.

Fire crews were called to the incident along Barleylands Roads, Billericay due to the incident last week.

Images from the scene show the firefighters putting out the blaze as the vehicle is surrounded by smoke.

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Basildon Council bosses have warned residents about disposing of waste correctly.

A spokesman for the council said: "Last week, one of our vehicles caught fire along Barleylands Road because of items being disposed of incorrectly. Luckily no one was injured, but it could have been worse.

"Batteries, oil, chemicals, and hot ashes can all cause fires in our vehicles. Never place these items in your refuse or trade bins.

"For more info on what goes in each bin, visit: www.basildon.gov.uk/rubbish."