Police are called to KellyBronze Turkeys after about 30 protesters gather at the farm's entrance.
The fire service says nobody was hurt and residents are being supported by the British Red Cross.
Essex Fire and Rescue Service says the fire took hold of four acres of grassland and hedges.
First responder Stuart Little says he feels "immense pride" at celebrating the milestone anniversary.
A consultant admits some patients are not tested for respiratory viruses on an intensive care ward.
Police, fire and ambulance crews are called to a village near Chelmsford in the morning rush hour.
Anne Tillett's family says the 83-year-old had a "great sense of humour" and "loved to laugh".
People describe being woken by a bang, "like an underground train going under our bungalow".
