Huge 999 response to ‘significant’ fire in Coventry as people urged to ‘avoid the area’

Fire crews from across Coventry raced to a “significant” blaze on the edge of the city centre. Coventry and Foleshill stations responded to 999 calls made on Alma Street.

What has been described as a “significant fire” broke out in a large building earlier this morning (June 24). Crews remain on scene while the fire is extinguished.

As a result, locals are being urged to avoid the area. Live online traffic website Inrix reports congestion in the area due to 999 presence.

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A post on X, formerly known as Twitter, from West Midlands Fire Service explained: “Our crews have been dealing with a significant fire in Alma Street, Hillfields, Coventry. avoid the area if possible.”

CoventryLive has contacted the fire service for more details about the fire. We also contacted West Midlands Ambulance Service.

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