More than 20 firefighters rush to tackle Oldbury car blaze

More than 20 firefighters were called out to douse a car found ablaze in Oldbury.

At 4am on Tuesday West Midlands Fire Service posted on X that it had six crews in attendance in  Churchbridge Street.

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The post stated "We have six crews in attendance at Churchbridge Street, Oldbury, where they have responded to a vehicle fire. As a precaution, if you live or work nearby, please keep doors and windows closed.

"Avoid the area, where possible."

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