Huge blaze breaks out at factory with 100 firefighters raced to scene & thick plumes of smoke billowing through sky
Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)
OVER 100 firefighters are tackling a massive blaze that has engulfed a factory in Birmingham.
Witnesses reported spotting huge plumes of smoke billowing from the four factory units on Great Bridge Street in Great Bridge at around 10.40am today.
Sign up for Scottish Sun
newsletter
Sign up
2
Great Bridge Street was closed after a huge fire broke out at a block of factory units
Credit: WBFS
West Midlands Fire Service sent 19 fire engines plus specialist vehicles and crews to the scene to battle the blaze.
The plumes of smoke have reportedly been seen 15 miles away from Birmingham.
Members of the public are being told to avoid the area and several homes nearby have been evacuated.
There have been no reported casualties.
A West Midlands Fire Service spokesperson said: "We have 15 crews in attendance at Great Bridge Street, Great Bridge, where they have responded to a Factory Fire.
"Please avoid the area, where possible."
At 5.30pm the fire service took to X to provide an update on the roaring fire.
"Crews remain at Great Bridge St, West Brom tackling a fire involving tyres in a factory.
"Please keep doors and windows closed if you live nearby, due to smoke. Avoid the area where possible; multiple road closures are in place."
They said the four factories have all been affected, including a large supply of tyres.
2
Thick black smoke has filled the sky and can be seen from 15 miles away
Credit: WBFS
More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online
Thesun.co.uk is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.
Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thesun and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Scottish Sun
4 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
Aldi's £2.99 Middle Aisle essential will leave your car sparkling without any smears – plus it smells lush
Make your next car wash feel like less of a chore and more of a treat SEE CLEARLY Aldi's £2.99 Middle Aisle essential will leave your car sparkling without any smears – plus it smells lush Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ALDI shoppers are racing to the Middle Aisle for a £2.99 car cleaning essential that leaves motors sparkling – with zero smears. The bargain buy doesn't just work wonders on windows and bodywork, it also smells amazing. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 This £2.99 car wash wonder from Aldi's Specialbuys is a glovebox must-have Credit: Aldi This ready-to-use formula is a glovebox game-changer, helping you tackle dirt, bugs and road grime in seconds – with no smears in sight. PRODUCT DETAILS The Ride & Go Cherry Scented Screen Wash is just £2.99 for a massive 5L bottle, making it an absolute steal. And the best bit? It leaves behind a sweet cherry scent, so your windscreen's not the only thing getting a freshen up. Don't get caught with a filthy screen – stock up while it's still on shelves. CUSTOMER REVIEWS Shoppers say the streak-free finish rivals big-name brands – but for a fraction of the price. The all-in-one liquid wash lifts dirt, dust and grime in seconds, leaving your car looking showroom-fresh without the elbow grease. And with its fresh, clean scent, it's not just your paintwork that gets a glow-up – your whole motor will smell lush too. All UK car dealerships will STOP selling 10,000s of iconic brand's used models impacted by lethal airbag flaw Whether you're prepping for a road trip or just want to impress on the school run, this £2.99 wonder is a glovebox must-have. And it's one of the cheapest screen washes on the market – with some retailers charging up to a tenner for similar products. Even Halfords and B&Q's versions come in at £7.49, making Aldi's deal an absolute bargain for drivers who want a clear view without the hefty price tag. MORE SPECIALBUYS Aldi shoppers can scoop cut-price household essentials, as well as beauty dupes for luxury brands, with the latest Specialbuys. A dual-zone air fryer from Tefal is priced at around £99.99, while a Ninja version of the gadget is £129.99. Aldi's high-speed blender with accessories is well-priced at £14.99. A similar gadget from Ninja would set you back almost £50. Elemis' pro-collagen marine oil is currently on sale on its website for a whopping £72, while Aldi's Lacura marine oil is just £3.99. The luxury oil aims to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles with marine ingredients. And Aldi's version aims to do the same by using algae extract and golden seaweed. Aldi's Lacura Illuminate Setting Spray aims to lock your makeup in place for a "long-lasting airbrushed finish". It's an unmistakable take on Chatlotte Tilbury's airbrush flawless setting spray which will set you back around £32 on beauty website Cult Beauty. The supermarket has previously offered several Charlotte Tilbury dupes including eyeshadow palette, and flawless filter foundation and they are typically very popular. Aldi launches fresh Specialbuys every Thursday and Sunday. 2 Aldi launches fresh Specialbuys every Thursday and Sunday Credit: Getty
Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Scottish Sun
I could get £10,000 back due to car finance scandal despite judges landmark ruling – but I'm devastated for others
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) PIZZA delivery worker Roy Turner could be set to get £10,000 back in car finance compensation despite a landmark Supreme Court ruling in favour of banks. Roy, 57, from Tayport, bought a BMW 118D in 2016 to help his disabled wife, Elaine, with her mobility issues. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Roy Turner bought a car in 2016 to help his wife Elaine with her mobility issues Credit: Supplied He is one of millions who could still be due back cash as part of the car finance scandal as banks will still be liable to pay out claims for those hit with excessive interest, which dealers earned commission from. The UK's highest court was considering an appeal against a Court of Appeal ruling made in October last year, which were about three different claims from people who had each bought a car on credit. In each case, the car dealer made a profit on the sale of the car but also made commission for introducing the business to them - which the three people claimed they did not know about. These were known as "commission disclosure complaints" and could apply up to 99% of car finance loans. The Court of Appeal ruled in October that the firms broke the law by not telling borrowers about 'secret' commission payments. Two lenders, FirstRand Bank and Close Brothers, challenged the ruling in April, calling it a "egregious error". Today, the Supreme Court overturned the ruling in two of the cases but it does not entirely close down the path for compensation for drivers. Firstly, it upheld the judgement in the case of Mr Johnson, who was an extreme example of where excessive interest had been charged. But the UK's highest court ruled that banks are not liable for so-called secret commission payments. However, they will still be liable for discretionary commission arrangements, which applied to 40% of car finance deals. The city watchdog - The Financial Conduct Authority - has been considering a financial redress scheme for drivers over PCP and hire purchase agreements from before 2021. It is where brokers and dealers could increase the amount of interest they charge without telling them. If they did, they got increased commission. The Supreme Court ruling had put these claims on hold - but now the FCA is set to reveal within six weeks whether it will launch an industry wide compensation scheme. It is deciding whether this scheme will involve automatic compensation refunds or whether drivers will have to "opt-in". It is also looking at the interest rates for compensation payments. Payouts could have been as high as £44billion for the scandal in total if the Court of Appeal decision had been upheld, but now they are now expected to be around £20billion. This will be a big win for the banks and disappointing for affected drivers - but you could still get cash. Roy had a discretionary commission arrangement for his car, so could still get a payout. Commenting on the ruling, he said: "These companies have been robbing the poor to benefit the rich. I'm devastated for others." Roy bought his car for £8,650, but the cost of the credit was an eye-watering £9,356, bringing his total bill to £17,996. He said the car dealer, John Clark Aberdeen, did not do an affordability check to see if he could afford the monthly repayments, even though he had a bad credit rating. The monthly repayments were £157 a month, and he was charged an interest rate of 39.1% APR. The term of the loan was five years. Roy said that he cannot remember having a conversation about any commission he would have to pay for. 'It's been stressful - it was hard to afford the car loan,' he said. 'I was struggling to afford phone bills. If the car needed repair work or an MOT, I would need to borrow money from friends. It was very embarrassing. 'I wish I never took it out because of the interest rate.' Roy decided to ring legal firm Courmac Legal after watching an advert on television about the mis-selling scandal. The firm has put in a claim on his behalf, and says that while his lender, Advantage Finance, has not disclosed the level of commission charged, his claim could be worth as much as £10,000. 'I feel disgusted,' Roy said. 'I was completely misled by the dealer and lender when I took out a loan to buy my car. 'The financial impact on my family of the hidden commission was considerable and I've been fighting to get the compensation I'm owed. 'I felt like a fool for paying all that money for a car.' Roy's local MP, Wendy Chamberlain, said she was 'shocked' to hear about Roy's case. She said: 'Loans must be transparent practices, not riddled with hidden commissions for those who sell them at the expense of honest people's hard-earned money.' Advantage Finance and John Clark Aberdeen were contacted for comment. Who can claim? That has not been confirmed but anyone who had a car, van or motorbike on PCP or hire purchases before January 28 2021 could be due back £1,000s. More than 23million people believe they could be in line for compensation, polling by consumer law firm Slater and Gordon suggests. Consumer groups have estimated that motorists took out more than 30million car loans over those years. The FCA will decide who and how this will work within six weeks of today's judgement. It has said it may even do it without the need for people to reclaim, with firms ordered to make automatic refunds. It is likely that you won't be able to complain about agreements taken out before April 6 2007, as this is when the Financial Ombudsman took over motor finance complaints, but the exact rules are still being worked out. DCAs were banned after January 2021, so anyone who took out an agreement after this time wouldn't be able to claim. How to claim While we wait for the FCA to reveal it's plans you can still lodge a claim. If you think you should be compensated, consumer finance website has a free email template to help you complain to your finance provider. You can also complain directly to your provider without using the template. Anyone who took out car finance and could be eligible should file a claim, even if their previous one was denied. In your complaint, ask whether you were overcharged due to your broker receiving a commission and ask the company to rectify this if it happened. If you are not happy with the company's response then you can escalate your complaint to the Financial Ombudsman Service for free. You have until July 29, 2026, or up to 15 months from the date of the company's final response letter to do so, whichever is longer.
Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Scottish Sun
M5 closed in both directions after horror crash with FIVE miles of traffic and hour-long delays
The motorway was closed after a lorry smashed into the central reservation TRAVEL CHAOS M5 closed in both directions after horror crash with FIVE miles of traffic and hour-long delays Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE M5 has ground to a halt in both directions following a horror smash. Lane three of the major motorway remains closed on both sides near Exeter Airport as drivers face five miles of traffic and hour-long delays. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Drivers are facing hour-long delays on the major motorway Credit: x/@HighwaysSWEST National Highways confirmed a collision had caused a "significant damage" to a barrier on the popular road. A lorry struck the central reservation, crossing over the road between Junction 28 and 29 at around midday. Motorists have been stuck for hours as the clean up operation continues on the motorway. The HGV has since been recovered, but cops are still dealing with damage to the barrier. Drivers have been warned to expect delays of up to 60 minutes northbound and 30 minutes heading south. Writing on X, National Highways said: "Lane 3 is closed in both directions on the M5 between J29 (Exeter) & J28 (Tiverton Dulford) due to a collision involving a lorry which has struck the central reservation. "There are long delays on approach to the lane closure in both directions. "Delays in excess of 60 minutes northbound and 30 minutes southbound (above usual journey times). "A lorry has crossed over resulting in significant damage. Traffic Officers & emergency services on scene. "Delays in excess of 30 minutes in both directions, approx. 5.5 miles of congestion." Passengers fumed under the post, telling how they had been held in stationary traffic for 30 minutes. More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
