FIREFIGHTERS have tackled an industrial unit fire on Canvey this morning.

Crews were called to the scene of a fire in an industrial unit in Charfleets Road, at around 4am this morning.

On arrival the unit, which measures approximately 150 metres by 50 metres, was completely alight.

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Eight crews, including two from Canvey, one from Leigh, one from Rayleigh, two from Basildon, one from Grays, and one from Hawkwell, attended the fire.

Essex Fire warned that those in the area make notice smoke this morning.

A spokesman said: “If you live or work nearby, you may notice some smoke this morning - we expect to be at the scene for some time to make the site safe.

“With the support of Essex Police, road closures around the industrial estate are in place so please avoid the area if you can and allow extra time travelling on Tuesday morning if you can't.

“We appreciate your patience while firefighting continues.

“An investigation into the cause of the fire will take place once the scene is fully cooled.”