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Pensnett community centre fire sparks 'avoid the area' warning
A fire at a community centre in Pensnett has sparked an 'avoid the area' warning.
Firefighters were called to Chapel Street in the early hours of Tuesday morning (August 19).
West Midlands Fire Service took to X just before 5am to urge people to stay away "where possible".
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The post read: "We have four crews in attendance at Chapel Street, Pensnett, where they have responded to building fire.
"Please avoid the area, where possible."
A Staffordshire and West Midlands Fire Control spokesperson said the 999 call came in at 4.30am, reporting a fire at a community centre.
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They said firefighters were still at the scene at 6.45am but the fire was now out.
West Midlands Police officers were also in attendance.
BirminghamLive has contacted the force for comment.
The fire service has also been approached for further information.
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