50 conifer trees were set alight in a fire in Tividale due to garden incinerator error
25 fire fighters attended a blaze in Tividale which saw 50 conifer trees catch fire
West Midlands Fire Service attended a blaze in Tividale yesterday involving 50 conifer trees.
The fire also affected a house, three garages and two sheds.
Fire fighters said the blaze started from a garden incinerator which was placed too close to fence panels and garden vegetation.
A spokesperson for Tipton Fire Station said: “25 Fire fighters attended a Fire yesterday in Tividale involving 50 Conifer trees, 1 house, 3 Garages, and 2 Sheds. All starting from a Garden Incinerator that was placed too close to Fence panels and garden vegetation.”
WMFS has urged people to follow their summer safety advice warning: “During a heatwave, there is an increased risk of incidents like fire, water rescue and health issues due to the hot weather. Check out our heatwave safety tips to reduce risk and stay safe during the summer.”
You can get all the tips here: WMFS heatwave safety tips
