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Huge fire breaks out in factory near Birmingham city centre

UK Health Security Agency West Midlands Fire Service Commonwealth Games Newtown

A fire has broken out at a derelict factory in Birmingham City Centre.

West Midlands Fire Service are currently dealing with the blaze on Princip Street, near Newtown.

Motorists who have to travel through the smoke have been warned to close windows, turn off air conditioning and keep their air vents closed, the UK Health Security Agency said.

Commonwealth Games spectators should leave extra time for journeys, the fire service added.

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