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BBC News
21 hours ago
- Climate
- BBC News
West Midlands fire crews remain at factory units tyre blaze
Firefighters have spent the night tackling a blaze that broke out in factory units and involved 20 tonnes of the peak of the blaze on Sunday, more than 70 firefighters attended the scene on Great Bridge Street between Tipton and West Bromwich, and several nearby homes were were allowed to return to their homes on Elwell Street on Sunday night, West Midlands Fire Service (WMFS) said, but five fire engines and a hydraulic aerial platform remained at the remained there on Monday and police were continuing to manage cordons and access to nearby buildings, WMFS added. No-one was reported injured. The fire sent a thick plume of smoke into the air, with the public warned to stay away from the used a drone to monitor the scene and drew water from a nearby social media user posted on X that the fire, which started at about 10:40 BST on Sunday, could be seen from Bilston, about four miles away. Initially, the fire involved a single-storey unit measuring 100m by 100m, WMFS said, later confirming that four units were involved.A structural engineer has been to the scene amid concerns of a partial building collapse, according to the were called to isolate any affected gas and electricity supplies, with further investigations expected to take place on from National Grid, Severn Trent, the Environment Agency and Sandwell Council have also been at the scene. Follow BBC Birmingham on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Firefighters tackle ‘significant' factory fire blaze as 20 tonnes of tyres go up in smoke
Firefighters are battling a 'significant' blaze at a factory after 20 tonnes of tyres reportedly caught fire in the West Midlands. More than 70 firefighters have been at the factory on Great Bridge Street, between Tipton and West Bromwich, after West Midlands Fire Service (WMFS) was called to the scene around 10.40am. Seventeen fire engines have been sent to the site, along with several specialist resources. No casualties have been reported. Members of the public warned to stay away from the area, as the fire has sent a thick plume of smoke into the air. One social media user posted on X that it could be seen from as far away as Bilston, about four miles away. The fire involves a single story unit measuring 100 m by 100 m, WMFS said. They added that good progress was being made in tackling the blaze, with support from police and the ambulance service. Firefighters are working to prevent the fire spreading and to contain the blaze. A drone team was on site alongside a hydraulic aerial platform and a high volume pump team. Local residents and businesses have been advised to keep doors and windows closed, as there is large volumes of smoke in the area. Representatives from National Grid, Severn Trent, the Environment Agency and Sandwell Council were also at the scene. A West Midlands Fire Service spokesperson said: 'We have 15 crews in attendance at Great Bridge Street, Great Bridge, where they have responded to a Factory Fire. Please avoid the area, where possible.'
The Independent
2 days ago
- Automotive
- The Independent
Firefighters tackle ‘significant' factory fire blaze as 20 tonnes of tyres go up in smoke
Firefighters are battling a 'significant' blaze at a factory after 20 tonnes of tyres reportedly caught fire in the West Midlands. More than 70 firefighters have been at the factory on Great Bridge Street, between Tipton and West Bromwich, after West Midlands Fire Service (WMFS) was called to the scene around 10.40am. Seventeen fire engines have been sent to the site, along with several specialist resources. No casualties have been reported. Members of the public warned to stay away from the area, as the fire has sent a thick plume of smoke into the air. One social media user posted on X that it could be seen from as far away as Bilston, about four miles away. The fire involves a single story unit measuring 100 m by 100 m, WMFS said. They added that good progress was being made in tackling the blaze, with support from police and the ambulance service. Firefighters are working to prevent the fire spreading and to contain the blaze. A drone team was on site alongside a hydraulic aerial platform and a high volume pump team. Local residents and businesses have been advised to keep doors and windows closed, as there is large volumes of smoke in the area. Representatives from National Grid, Severn Trent, the Environment Agency and Sandwell Council were also at the scene. A West Midlands Fire Service spokesperson said: 'We have 15 crews in attendance at Great Bridge Street, Great Bridge, where they have responded to a Factory Fire. Please avoid the area, where possible.'
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Singer encourages new artists to follow dreams
A singer has encouraged emerging artists to never give up on their dreams, after performing at a Birmingham festival. Czafari, also known as Czarena Brown, started writing music about nine years ago so she could share her love for storytelling with the world. The 26-year-old from Tipton performed at Mostly Jazz, Funk and Soul Festival in July, which was a milestone she "couldn't believe" after DJing at the event in 2021. "I remember soaking up the vibes four years ago and thinking, 'I need to be on one of those stages'," she said. Reminiscing about the festival, Czafari said performing on the second stage made her feel "absolutely incredible" and glad that she "kept going" as an independent artist. "There's been so many times where I felt like I wanted to give up because it was really slow, I wasn't getting many gig opportunities, and I didn't have the confidence to release music," she said. "I'm really grateful to have this experience and I haven't quit, I'm still going." Czafari said she has had a love for music since she was very young, when she competed in talent competitions and sang at her grandparent's gospel choir. "I was probably one of the youngest in the choir but I had a voice so I had to sing," she said. The artist described the performances as "very daunting at the time" but singing has "always been in her bones" and has given her the confidence she has now. "Singing has always filled me with joy and as I've got older I've noticed when I sing, my endorphin levels increase and I am happy and more connected to myself," she said. Looking at pictures over the years, it's clear to see that Czafari was not afraid to put on a performance - even at the age of five. Wearing a pink tiara, she sang to her family on Christmas Day with the new guitar, microphone and amp she had received that morning. "My parents basically affirmed my passion for music, it made me feel really seen," she said. Czafari released her first EP at the age of 17 and performed at her first event at The Night Owl in Digbeth, Birmingham. Since then, she has produced a second EP and her songs have featured on BBC 1Xtra. While Glastonbury Festival isn't returning until 2027, performing at Worthy Farm is a milestone she wants to tick off her bucket list. "I watch the performances back and I need to be there. To have that aspiration may sound really big but it's something I want to do, so I'm going to do it," she said. Follow BBC Wolverhampton & Black Country on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram. More on this story Festival generates £1m for city, say organisers
BBC News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Tipton singer encourages emerging artists to follow dreams at festival
A singer has encouraged emerging artists to never give up on their dreams, after performing at a Birmingham festival. Czafari, also known as Czarena Brown, started writing music about nine years ago so she could share her love for storytelling with the world. The 26-year-old from Tipton performed at Mostly Jazz, Funk and Soul Festival in July, which was a milestone she "couldn't believe" after DJing at the event in 2021."I remember soaking up the vibes four years ago and thinking, 'I need to be on one of those stages'," she said. Reminiscing about the festival, Czafari said performing on the second stage made her feel "absolutely incredible" and glad that she "kept going" as an independent artist."There's been so many times where I felt like I wanted to give up because it was really slow, I wasn't getting many gig opportunities, and I didn't have the confidence to release music," she said. "I'm really grateful to have this experience and I haven't quit, I'm still going." Czafari said she has had a love for music since she was very young, when she competed in talent competitions and sang at her grandparent's gospel choir."I was probably one of the youngest in the choir but I had a voice so I had to sing," she artist described the performances as "very daunting at the time" but singing has "always been in her bones" and has given her the confidence she has now."Singing has always filled me with joy and as I've got older I've noticed when I sing, my endorphin levels increase and I am happy and more connected to myself," she said. Looking at pictures over the years, it's clear to see that Czafari was not afraid to put on a performance - even at the age of a pink tiara, she sang to her family on Christmas Day with the new guitar, microphone and amp she had received that morning."My parents basically affirmed my passion for music, it made me feel really seen," she said. Czafari released her first EP at the age of 17 and performed at her first event at The Night Owl in Digbeth, Birmingham. Since then, she has produced a second EP and her songs have featured on BBC Glastonbury Festival isn't returning until 2027, performing at Worthy Farm is a milestone she wants to tick off her bucket list. "I watch the performances back and I need to be there. To have that aspiration may sound really big but it's something I want to do, so I'm going to do it," she said. Follow BBC Wolverhampton & Black Country on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
