Car bursts into flames blocking West Bromwich road
A car burst into flames along a busy road after an electrical fault.
Fire fighters were called to Brandon Way, West Bromwich, after the fire broke out under the bonnet of a silver BMW.
A total of three fire fighters used a hose reel to put out the flames.
Brandon Way was closed for a short period while the crew dealt with the blaze at 8pm on Friday.
They left the scene at 8.43pm.
Tweeting about the incident, @WestBromFire said: "Car fire on Brandon Way. Caused by an electrical fault.
"Road closed for a short while.
"Ensure your cars are well maintained over the winter period."
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