Fire crews tackle blaze at Willenhall food factory

Residents close to the scene of a fire at a food factory have described hearing "mini explosions".

More than 50 firefighters were called to tackle the blaze in Willenhall, West Midlands, which has caused extensive road closures around the area.

The fire broke out just after midnight at the wholesalers on Stringes Lane.

Staff left the site safely with no reported injuries, said the fire service.

12 January 2023