Broad Street Wolverhampton closed due to early-hours fire
Broad Street in Wolverhampton has been shut in both directions from A4150 Ring Road St Patricks to Princes Square as firefighters tackle the blaze.
Cres were called to the scene at around 4.30am on Monday, July 28.
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A Staffordshire and West Midlands Fire Control spokesperson said the fire was "outside" and three crews remained at the scene at around 8.50am.
West Midlands Fire Service has been approached for more information.
National Express West Midlands took to X at 6.30am to warn passengers of "service disruption".
The post read: "Ongoing incident closing Broad Street, Wolverhampton.
"Services will be using Lichfield Street and Fryer Street in both directions
"Apologies for any disruption to your journey."
An update on traffic monitoring site Inrix just after 7.30am said: "Broad Street both ways closed due to police incident from A4150 Ring Road St Patricks to Princes Square.
"Traffic is coping well. Diversion for local bus services."
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