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Wolverhampton fire LIVE: Major factory blaze sending smoke plumes over city - residents speak of hearing 'explosions'

There have been reports of a major fire at a factory unit in Wolverhampton this morning (Wednesday).

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Supporting image for story: Wolverhampton fire LIVE: Major factory blaze sending smoke plumes over city - residents speak of hearing 'explosions'
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