Solar panel battery warning after fire
Essex County and Fire Rescue Service were called to a shed at a property in Wickford at about 11:28 BST on Saturday.
Firefighters worked quickly to remove barbecue gas canisters from the site and stop the blaze from spreading further.
A spokesperson for the service said: "The fire started in a mini Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) connected to the solar panels. Our advice to anyone with solar panels is to ensure they are installed by a reputable, qualified company and maintained in line with the manufacturer's guidance."
They added: "We would also like to thank local residents, who kindly provided refreshments and support to our crews while they worked."
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