Wildfire victims to return to Stourbridge homes after flames rip through properties

Next steps are being taken following devastating wildfires in the West Midlands, which destroyed 19 homes (Picture: Anita Maric/SWNS) A return-to-home plan has been put in place for those affected by the wildfires in Stourbridge, days after a blaze ripped through their livelihoods. West Midlands Fire Service declared a major incident on Thursday as a wildfire spread across more than 500 acres, destroying 19 homes in the market town. Emergency services now say the ‘apocalyptic’ blaze is ‘under control’. It was one of several fires to ravage the UK this week as temperatures soared and the hottest day of the year was recorded on August 13 at 38.1°C. Now, as they start navigating next steps, locals affected by the Stourbridge fire have been invited to meet with emergency service officers who w