No injuries reported as crews tackle 'large fire' in Birmingham

People are being urged to avoid the area in Hockley

Author: Cam HallPublished 18th Aug 2024

West Midlands Fire Service say there have been no injuries as crews continue to respond to a 'large fire' in Birmingham.

The service say they were called to Barr Street, Hockley, at 6:22am on Sunday.

Posts on social media have shown smoke rising above the area.

Eight fire engines remain at the scene, and people are being urged to avoid the area.