Home / Disasters and Accidents / Dozens of Firefighters Battle Walsall Blaze
Dozens of Firefighters Battle Walsall Blaze
5 Dec
Summary
- Over 55 firefighters responded to a massive blaze overnight.
- The fire occurred at a fireworks storage unit on Pleck Road.
- The incident is ongoing with no reported casualties as of Friday.
A significant fire erupted at a fireworks storage unit on Pleck Road in Walsall, prompting a large-scale emergency response overnight. Fire crews were alerted to the blaze around 8:25 PM GMT on Thursday evening. In total, 55 firefighters were deployed to combat the intense flames that were seen ripping through the unit.
The affected storage unit was understood to be filled with fireworks, merchandise, and wooden pallets, exacerbating the fire's intensity. Emergency services worked diligently to contain the situation throughout the night. The incident remained ongoing into Friday morning, with crews continuing to monitor the scene.
Fortunately, no casualties have been reported as a result of the fire. Authorities have urged the public to stay clear of the affected area on the Industrial Estate to allow emergency personnel to carry out their work safely. Investigations into the cause of the fire are expected to follow.
