Emergency crews rushed to the scene after part of a building apparently collapsed on Napier Road, Wolverhampton. The incident has caused road closures and evacuations nearby as safety precautions are put in place.
Firefighters Rescue Man, No Serious Injuries Reported
A spokesperson from West Midlands Fire Service confirmed: “We currently have three fire and rescue crews in Napier Road, Wolverhampton, where part of a building has apparently collapsed.”
They added, “The road is closed and some nearby properties on Dudley Road have been evacuated as a precaution.”
Firefighters helped one man from the scene, who is not believed to have sustained any injuries.
Ambulance Service Called but No Patients Found
West Midlands ambulance-service/" title="Ambulance Service" rel="nofollow">Ambulance Service were also dispatched to the incident after reports of a fire near Dudley Road at 11:37 AM. The ambulance crew, paramedic officers, and Hazardous Area Response Team (HART) attended the scene.
“On arrival, there were no patients found and we were stood down,” a spokesperson confirmed.
Emergency services continue to manage the scene as investigations proceed. Locals are advised to avoid the area until further notice.
