The fire service said there were about 2,000 cars on the site
About 200 cars have been destroyed in a huge fire at an auctioneers in Essex.
Crews from 12 different stations were called to Purdeys Way in Rochford after the fire was first reported at about 21:00 BST on Friday.
Two crews remained at the scene earlier to ensure the site had “cooled”, Essex County Fire and Rescue Service said.
The cause of the fire would be investigated, a spokesman said. The site is operated by the car auction business, Copart UK Limited.
Image source, Essex County Fire & Rescue Service
Crews from 12 stations attended the fire
Image source, Stephen Huntley/BBC
The fire service said the cause of the blaze would be investigated
Image source, Essex County Fire & Rescue Service
Two crews remained at the scene on Saturday morning
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