West Midlands Fire Service (WMFS) said: “Shortly after 7.30am on Wednesday (14 January), we responded to Sunbeam Street, near the junction Upper Villiers Street in Blakenhall, Wolverhampton.
“We currently have eight fire engines, a 4×4 brigade response vehicle and a hydraulic aerial platform in attendance. Firefighters from Bilston, Fallings Park, Tipton, Willenhall, Haden Cross, Wednesbury, Dudley and Walsall are at the scene. The first crew arrived at the incident within three minutes of being mobilised.
“This is a fire in a factory building. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus are currently tackling the fire using hose reel jets. This is a live incident. Please avoid the area whilst we work at the scene as there is significant disruption. If you live or work in the area, please close your doors and windows.”
