Firefighters deal with blaze at derelict hospital site

Flames ripped through the building on Monday night

Firefighters tackled a blaze at a derelict hospital site in Essex on Monday night. The fire broke out at the former St Peter's Hospital in Maldon at around 11pm. Crews from Maldon, Witham, Chelmsford and Braintree were called to the scene. The fire was brought under control by around 1am. No-one was injured in the blaze. The cause of the fire is being investigated.

The fire caused extensive damage to the building

The fire caused extensive damage to the derelict hospital building. The roof of the building collapsed and the interior was gutted. The building is now unsafe and will have to be demolished.

The hospital site has been derelict for several years

The hospital site has been derelict for several years. The hospital closed in 2011 and the buildings have been empty ever since. The site has become a target for vandals and arsonists.

The fire has raised concerns about the safety of the site

The fire has raised concerns about the safety of the site. The derelict buildings are a danger to the public and the fire has shown that they are a fire risk. The local council is now considering what to do with the site.

The fire is being investigated

The fire is being investigated by the Essex Fire and Rescue Service. The cause of the fire is not yet known, but it is believed to have been started deliberately. The police are also investigating the incident.

Conclusion

The fire at the derelict hospital site in Essex is a reminder of the dangers of these buildings. They are a danger to the public and they are a fire risk. The local council needs to take action to secure the site and prevent further incidents.