Major Birmingham fire sends toxic smoke over Lozells
Up to seven crews tackled a major waste fire on a Hockley industrial estate. Residents warned to keep windows closed as smoke spreads. Read the latest updates.
Up to seven crews tackled a major waste fire on a Hockley industrial estate. Residents warned to keep windows closed as smoke spreads. Read the latest updates.
A devastating fire ripped through the G Simmons & Sons pork scratchings factory in Bloxwich. The family-run business vows to rebuild. Read the latest updates.
A major fire ripped through a commercial building in Bloxwich, Walsall. West Midlands Fire Service deployed ten crews. No casualties reported. Read the latest.
Which? experts say modern smartphones handle overnight charging well, but London Fire Brigade warns of fire risks from improper practices. Learn how to charge safely.
Staffordshire firefighters attended over 1,000 extra emergencies this summer as wildfires surged. The chief fire officer warns climate change is now a year-round operational reality. Read the full report.
UK safety experts issue urgent warning: charging phones under pillows or duvets can cause overheating and fires. Learn the three must-do safety tips to protect your home.
A huge fire at a Walsall industrial unit, believed to be full of fireworks, caused explosions and major damage. 55 firefighters were deployed. No injuries reported. Read the latest.
A major fire at a Walsall industrial unit, believed to contain fireworks, caused explosions. 55 firefighters responded. No injuries reported. Read the latest updates.
A major fire erupted at a Walsall storage unit containing fireworks, requiring 55 firefighters. Pleck Road was closed. No injuries reported. Read the latest updates.
Dramatic footage shows a firefighter fleeing a massive explosion at a Walsall industrial unit packed with fireworks. 55 crews battled the blaze. Read the latest updates.
A major fire at a Walsall storage unit containing fireworks led to dramatic explosions. Pleck Road remains closed as emergency services continue operations.
A major warning has been issued to UK households as Amazon cracks down on illegal streaming via Fire Sticks, with users seeking risky alternatives. Experts reveal the dangers.
A major fire involving a storage unit understood to contain fireworks is burning on a Walsall industrial estate. Eleven fire engines are at the scene. Follow live updates.
Emergency services are tackling a building fire in Birmingham city centre this morning, close to New Street station and Grand Central. Video shows smoke billowing. More details to follow.
West Midlands firefighters raced to a truck blaze on College Road, Perry Barr. No injuries reported. Read the full incident report and traffic update.
Solihull railway station was unexpectedly locked on December 1, forcing trains to skip the stop. Passengers faced disruption during the morning commute. Read for details and alternative travel advice.
A Birmingham family has lost everything in a devastating house fire just weeks before Christmas. A fundraiser is now underway to help them get back on their feet. Click to read their story and see how you can help.
Amazon urges Fire TV Stick owners to send back old models for an 80% discount. Get the latest 4K Fire TV Stick for just £13 this Black Friday. Trade in now!
Around 150 firefighters are tackling a major warehouse blaze in Southall, London. Schools and a residential block evacuated due to suspected fireworks. Stay safe and avoid the area.
West Midlands Fire Service issues a 'Fast. Fierce. Fatal.' warning over lithium-ion battery fires after a sharp increase in incidents. Learn how to charge devices safely.
A fake 'Amazon Fire Stick' scam is putting UK users at risk of fraud, with victims losing nearly £1,700 on average. Learn how to protect your bank details from cybercriminals.
Fareham Police Station was evacuated after a suspected unexploded ordnance was handed in. A 100m cordon was established and nearby buildings, including a Tesco, were cleared.
A 50-year-old man is in custody after three linked house fires in Ashby-de-la-Zouch. Three people, including two teenagers, were hospitalised. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
University of Warwick students evacuated after major fire at Arthur Vick 1 halls. No injuries reported as emergency services contain blaze. Support offered for temporary accommodation.
A 38-year-old woman faces arson charges after a house fire in Witton where four children were present. Emergency services responded to Deykin Avenue property.
Gloucestershire Fire Brigade warns combining electric blankets with hot water bottles could cause electrocution as temperatures plummet to -7°C. Stay safe with these essential tips.
Controversial plans could see new £80m Darlaston and Willenhall stations bypass Walsall town centre. Local leaders are fighting for a common-sense solution. Read the latest.
A fire ripped through the Kulture Bar & Grill on Hockley Hill, Birmingham, damaging 30% of the ground floor. Crews from Ladywood, Aston and Handsworth attended the scene.
Controversial plans for two new West Midlands railway stations to bypass Walsall town centre have been labelled 'bonkers'. Read the latest on the £80m project and the ongoing campaign.
A £25 million plan to transform Witton and Aston railway stations for Aston Villa fans and Euro 28 has been officially endorsed. Discover the upgrade details and timeline.