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Warehouses could collapse after Wednesfield fire

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Crews had been concerned about the fire spreading to other large units

Warehouses are in danger of collapse after a severe fire at factory premises in the West Midlands.

The fire broke out during the early hours at EDM in Planetary Road, Wednesfield. Seventy-five firefighters, plus specialist teams, fought the blaze at its height.

The company provides storage for data and paper documents.

A fire service spokesman described the fire as "severe" and "significant" but said crews had stopped it spreading.

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Four adjoining warehouses at the site appear to be in danger of collapse
News imageWest Midlands Fire Planetary Road, WednesfieldWest Midlands Fire
A fire service spokesman said crews were expected to be at the scene for a considerable amount of time

The damage is still being surveyed but it is thought four adjoining warehouses at the site are in danger of collapsing.

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Despite the seriousness of the fire, crews said there was no danger to the public