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West Midlands Fire Service has issued a statement after a former cinema complex caught fire in Smethwick.

It read: “We received calls around 1.34pm on 5 May 2024 reporting smoke issuing from a building on Windmill Lane, Smethwick.

“A total of 12 fire crews are currently in attendance at this incident, which involves a fire in a commercial property, formally a cinema complex.  A hydraulic aerial platform is also at the scene.

“There is severe smoke logging to the premises and crews are working to locate and tackle the fire.

“West Midlands Police are also in attendance, road closures around the incident are likely, but not confirmed at this time. Please avoid the area where possible.

“Due to smoke in the area, local residents and businesses are asked to close their doors and windows as a precaution.”

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