Oldbury fire: Huge fire and thick smoke seen for miles
75 firefighters and 18 fire vehicles are at the scene of a huge fire in in Tat Bank Road in Oldbury.
75 firefighters and 18 fire vehicles are at the scene of a huge fire in in Tat Bank Road in Oldbury.
These are the latest pictures from the scene of a huge fire in Oldbury.
It's reportedly at a factory where explosions have been heard with the smoke visible for miles.
Unbelievable scenes at location, please stay clear of Oldbury and tat bank road especially. #staysafe http://t.co/2dndmAc0BY
Plastics factory has gone up. Large flames. Traffic congestion in area, please stay clear. #keepsafe http://t.co/0cUOPITytG
Tat Bank Road is closed at Popes Lane and Wellesley Road - on the Oldbury side of the M5 due to the large scale fire.
There are warnings to keep windows and doors closed.
Currently there are 15 vehicles and 60 firefighters at the scene.
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