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Fire crews scrambled to yard fire in Bilston

Fire crews are battling a fire at a yard in Coseley, Wolverhampton.

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Smoke can be seen at a distance

West Midlands Fire Service said that the fire incident is believed to involve a yard containing coal dust and pulverised coal.

Residents in the area have been advised to close doors and windows until the smoke ceases.

Smoke can be seen for miles around.

Four fire crews are currently attending the scene, with the crews from Bilston, Dudley, Tipton and Fallings Park.

A total of 17 firefighters, three fire engines and one brigade response vehicle have been sent to the incident.