The fire broke out on Loamy Hill Road in Tolleshunt Major this evening, and involves around 100 tonnes of compost. The blaze is producing a large amount of smoke (Image: Ben Shahrabi)The incident is producing lots of smoke, which can be seen from miles away. Images show fire crews at the scene and the road closed off by police. Police have closed off the road (Image: Ben Shahrabi)A spokesman for Essex Fire and Rescue Service said: "Thank you to everyone who has called us. "Please avoid the area while our crews deal with the incident."