Large industrial fire breaks out in Kidderminster

Police have urged people to avoid Park Street whilst the fire is dealt with.

There will be road closures in place and the fire service are currently on route.

West Mercia Police said: "Please avoid the area while emergency services respond as there will be road closures in place." 

UPDATE: Follow our live coverage at the scene here

Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service are dealing with the blaze after receiving a call at 2.51pm this afternoon.

#Kidderminster #Park_Street - Multiple Crews are in attendance dealing with a factory fire. We advise that all local residents and companies close all windows and doors to prevent smoke blowing inside their properties. #Hwfire @HWFireWFhub

— HWFireControl (@HWFireControl) September 8, 2021

People are asked to keep their windows closed and stay away from the scene, the fire service has advised.

Kidderminster Fire update:
Current Road closures points:
Park Street with Park Lane and Castle Street,
Bewdley Road by the Hospital.
Other road closures going in place, so please AVOID the area, and keep windows closed.

— West Mercia Operations & Communications Centre (@WestMerciaOCC) September 8, 2021