Flames and smoke causes panic along busy Birmingham shopping street

NewsMidlands NewsA tall column of smoke could be seen from miles away birminghammail.co.uk17:39, 08 Aug 2026IMG_9260This is the moment a fierce blaze broke out behind shops in Birmingham.‌Around 18 firefighters were called to Washwood Heath Road, in Ward End, on Friday evening (August 7), after flames engulfed the grounds behind a row of shops.‌The road was closed in both directions while firefighters battled to contain the fire.‌Read More: Arrest after video circulates showing man approaching child in BirminghamAt one point, a tall column of smoke could be seen from miles across the city.Fortunately, no one was said to have been injured and Washwood Heath Road was later reopened.‌Ensure our latest headlines always appear at the top of your Google Search by making us a Preferred Source.Cli