Bicknacre car fire Maldon Fire Station rushed to help

Two crews from Maldon Fire Station rushed to Hyde Lane in Bicknacre on Sunday night after receiving reports of a car fire.

When crews arrived at the scene they found a vehicle which was on its side and fully alight, having burst into flames.

On fire: the vehicle in flames (Image: Maldon Fire Station)

Firefighters wore breathing apparatus as they extinguished the fire and moved the car back on its four wheels.

A spokesman for Maldon Fire Station said: “The occupants of this vehicle had a lucky escape after both fire engines from Maldon were sent to Hyde Lane, Bicknacre last night after we received reports of a car fire.

“After having left the road, the vehicle was found on its side fully alight when crews arrived.

Extinguishing fire: crews working on the vehicle (Image: Essex County Fire and Rescue Service)

“Wearing breathing apparatus, our team extinguished the fire and stabilised the car.

“We work closely with Essex Police through our Safer Essex Roads Partnership to help improve road safety.”

Essex Police has been contacted for more information.