Major Blaze Erupts at Erdington Office Furniture Premises
A huge fire has ripped through a commercial building in Erdington, sending thick black smoke billowing across the skyline and sparking a major emergency response.
Flames Break Out Near M6 and Spaghetti Junction
Just before 4.55pm, Staffordshire and West Midlands Fire Control received a flood of 999 calls reporting flames at an office furniture company on Tyburn Road – right by the busy M6 motorway and notorious Spaghetti Junction.
Road Closures and Traffic Chaos
- Emergency services swiftly closed roads around the site.
- Motorists are urged to avoid the area to dodge heavy traffic jams.
- Significant delays reported near the M6 and surrounding routes.
Safety First: Residents Told to Keep Doors and Windows Shut
The fire service is warning locals to keep windows and doors firmly closed due to the thick smoke hanging in the air. Firefighters are expected to be battling the blaze for several hours to bring it under control.
Police Help Manage the Chaos
West Midlands Police are assisting fire crews by controlling road closures and managing traffic flow around Tyburn Road, trying to ease the growing congestion around the area.
Travel Warning: Avoid Spaghetti Junction
Travel bosses warn of ongoing delays around Spaghetti Junction and Tyburn Road. Visitors and commuters should check travel updates before heading out.
If you have any footage or info about the fire, contact West Midlands Fire Service via their incident line or social media channels.
Stay tuned for updates as the situation unfolds.
