WATCH as fire trucks speed to the scene and firefighters tackle the blaze engulfing multiple homes.
The clip shows vehicles flashing blue and red as they rush down the road in Stratford Road in Sparkhill, Birmingham, on Monday morning.
PAA fire erupted on Stratford Road in Sparkhill, Birmingham, on Monday[/caption]
PAMultiple homes were ruined by the blaze[/caption]
PAFire trucks sped to the scene and there have been no reports of injuries[/caption]
Onlookers watch in awe while the polices sirens wail and firefighters surround the blaze.
Heavy smoke billows on to the streets from windows and doors, with trucks stationed outside the burning buildings.
On the ground floor are commercial properties with residential homes above them.
The cause of the fire is not yet known and there have been no reports of any deaths or injuries from the fire.
West Midlands Fire Service said: “We have multiple crews in attendance at a fire on Stratford Road, Sparkhill involving a significant fire at a mixed commercial and residential premises.
“Please avoid the area, where possible.”
The fire has led to road closures and travel disruption.
Bus company NX West Midlands said: “Due to an Emergency service lead incident on Stratford Road Sparkhill 6 are on diversion in both directions via Howell Green Lane, Yardley Wood Road, Wake Green Road and College Road.
“We apologise for any disruption to your journey.”
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