More than 60 firefighters tackling blaze at factory unit in Birmingham as properties evacuated

More than 60 firefighters are tackling a "severe" fire at a factory unit storing household goods in Birmingham.

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The scene of the blaze in Hockley. Photo: West Midlands Fire Service

West Midlands Fire Service sent 14 crews to tackle the blaze on New Summer Street, Hockley, at 7.30am today.

Nearby properties have been evacuated as firefighters, wearing breathing apparatus, use four main jets to tackle the fire.

Smoke could be seen billowing into the sky. Photo: Beth Ingleton