Watch: Aftermath of 20-tonne tyre blaze near West Bromwich as firefighters' efforts continue
Emergency services remain at the scene of a major fire that affected four factory units on an industrial site near West Bromwich.
New video footage has shown the destruction caused by a 'significant blaze' at a commercial property on Great Bridge Street, Great Bridge, at around 10am yesterday (July 27).
More than 100 firefighters, 20 fire engines and six other supporting West Midlands Fire Service vehicles attended the fire at the GB Tyres and Tracking building, which involved more than 20 tonnes of rubber tyres.
The fire service said four factory units were involved in the fire, with one building experiencing a 'partial collapse'.
While no injuries were reported due to the blaze, nearby residents were evacuated as a precaution, with road closures in place today while emergency services continue working at the scene.
