Watch: Aftermath of blaze at Black Country park
Five fire crews responded to the blaze.
A large area of grassland at Netherton Park has been left scorched after fire crews rushed to tackle a blaze.
Five fire crews responded to the blaze this evening.
People were warned to avoid the area.
Video and photos taken by the Express & Star now show the fire is out but a large area of grassland has been left scorched.
Posting on X at about 6pm, West Midlands Fire Service said: “We have five crews in attendance at Netherton Park, where they have responded to a fire.
“Please avoid the area, where possible. Crews are positioned on Spring Road and Lynbrook Close.”
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