Orsett Fire Still Burning 48 Hours Later

40,000 tonnes of recycled wood could be burning for a week, says Essex Fire Service.

1. 1. Orsett Fire 1

   40,000 tonnes of recycled wood caught fire at a recycling plant in Orsett on Tuesday morning. Pictures courtesy of Essex Fire and Rescue.

2. 2. Orsett Fire 2

   Smoke could be seen for miles. Pictures courtesy of Essex Fire and Rescue.

3. 3. Orsett Fire 4

   About 50 firefighters were needed for the whole incident. Pictures courtesy of Essex Fire and Rescue.

4. 4. Orsett Fire 3

   Crews from Orsett, Corringham, Rayleigh Weir, Grays, Basildon, and Billericay were needed. Pictures courtesy of Essex Fire and Rescue.

5. 5. Orsett Fire 7

   Crews have to let the fire burn out naturally. Pictures courtesy of Essex Fire and Rescue.

7. 6. Orsett Fire 6

   Crews could be at the site for a week. Pictures courtesy of Essex Fire and Rescue.

8. 7. Orsett Fire 5

   40,000 tonnes of recycled wood catches fire in Essex. Pictures courtesy of Essex Fire and Rescue.