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West Bromwich fire: 50 firefighters tackle 'significant' factory blaze

Fire crews battled a 'significant' blaze at a West Bromwich factory.

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Fire crews at a factory blaze in Tunnel Road, West Bromwich. Photo: West Midlands Fire Service

West Midlands Fire Service said 12 crews were sent to Tunnel Road on Tuesday night, and firefighters were battling the blaze "from within".

Between 50 and 60 firefighters, including a team with a hydraulic platform were at the scene, after receiving the call at around 6.30pm.

A spokeswoman said all crews were still there at 9.30pm, adding: "There have been no casualties or injuries reported".

Fire crews were called at around 6.30pm on Tuesday. Photo: West Midlands Fire Service

The building is understood to be of metal construction and used as an office and storage facility.

In a tweet the service said: "Please be aware that there is a lot of smoke in the area. Partner agencies also in attendance supporting."

Thermal imaging showed the heat in the building Photo: West Midlands Fire Service

The service later tweeted: "50 firefighters currently working to extinguish a factory fire on Tunnel Road, West Bromwich.

"Due to large amounts of smoke, keep doors and windows close in local area."