The West Midlands Fire and Rescue Service was called to an incident on Mount Street...

Published: 2:43 am June 13, 2022
Updated: 7:03 am October 8, 2025
Major Incident Declared At Recycling Centre Fire In The West Midlands

The West Midlands Fire and Rescue Service was called to an incident on Mount Street in Nechells, Birmingham, at 7.40pm on Sunday, June 12.

A large number of paper and cardboard bales were set on fire at a warehouse in this incident.

There are currently over 20 fire trucks on the scene, including two aerial hydraulic platforms, multiple fire engines, a high volume water pumping unit, and one of our drones.

Crews from stations throughout the West Midlands are battling the blaze with main jets.

A spokesman for the WMFRS said: We are collaborating with colleagues from the Police and Ambulance Services, the Environment Agency, Severn Trent Water, and on-site personnel to bring the incident to a safe conclusion.

There have been no reports of casualties.

Throughout the night, crews will be present.

Further updates will be provided.

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