A fire broke out early this morning at a warehouse on New Summer Street in Hockley, Birmingham.
Around 30 firefighters and six fire engines are battling the blaze which has spread smoke across Birmingham city centre. Large amounts of smoke can be seen across Newtown.
The cause of the fire has not yet been confirmed.
West Midlands Fire Service tweeted: “Large fire in progress in a warehouse on New Summer Street, Hockley, 6 fire engines in attendance. Large amounts of smoke can be seen across Newtown, Birmingham.”
The number 7 bus service is currently diverted in both directions via St Chads Queensway, Lancaster Circus, New Town Row, and New John Street West.
Transport for West Midlands has advised people to avoid the area.
