Four crews in attendance to 'outbuilding' fire in Wolverhampton recycling centre
Four fire crews are in attendance at a fire at a recycling centre in Wolverhampton.
West Midlands Fire Service have urged people to 'close windows and doors' in response to a fire on Lincoln Street, Wolverhampton.
The blaze was first reported by the fire service at 1.09pm this afternoon, with four crews currently in attendance to tackle the blaze.
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West Midlands Fire Service said that the fire is located in an outbuilding at the recycling facility, urging nearby residents and businesses to 'keep their windows and doors closed' whilst crews remain at the scene.
A fire service spokesperson said: "Four crews are currently tackling a fire in an outbuilding at a recycling centre on Lincoln Street, Wolverhampton.
"Residents and businesses nearby are advised to keep their windows and doors closed while crews remain at the scene. Avoid the area where possible."
The fire service has confirmed that as of 2.12pm, the road has reopened, with 'good progress' being made at the site.
A fire service spokesperson added: "Shortly after 11.15am, we responded to Lincoln Street, Wolverhampton.
"Four engines from Willenhall, Wolverhampton, Fallings Park, Tettenhall are in attendance.
"This is a fire in an outbuilding at the recycling centre. Crews continue work to fully extinguish the fire. Due to good progress, part of the site has reopened.
"We are asking any residents who may be affected by smoke nearby to keep their windows and doors shut."
