Six crews respond to scene of Birmingham wildfire

Six crews have responded to the scene of a wildfire in Birmingham.

West Midlands Fire Service are at the scene of a blaze in Ley Hill Park in Northfield just after 6pm this evening (August 14).

A spokesperson for the fire service said: “We have six crews in attendance at Ley Hill Park, Holloway, Northfield, where they have responded to a wildfire.

“Please avoid the area, where possible.”

Emergency services have been contacted for a comment.