Tipton fire live as road closed and drivers told 'expect delays'

Black CountryTiptonLIVEUpdated 9 mins agoWest Midlands Fire Service crews are at the sceneA general view of High Street in Tipton(Image: Google)A road in Tipton has been closed this afternoon (Saturday, August 22) after a fire broke out.High Street is currently shut as emergency crews work at the scene.Four West Midlands Fire Service appliances were sent to the area just before 1pm.Motorists have been advised to avoid the road where possible and to expect delays.West Midlands Roads shared on X: "High Street, #PrincesEnd #Tipton."Road closed between junctions of Bradleys Lane and Upper Church Lane due to a fire."Expect delays. Plan your journey ahead."Traffic monitoring site Inrix adds: "A4037 High Street in both directions closed, queueing traffic due to fire services activity from B4163 U