News · 13 August 2026

Six Stourbridge homes on fire as grass blaze spreads

Around 60 firefighters are addressing a large fire close to a golf course in Stourbridge, where flames have extended across roads. West Midlands Fire Service reported that six houses have been impacted by the blaze, which covers an area of approximately 40 acres. Residents have been evacuated from some homes and told to keep windows and doors shut.

By BriefTea Editorial · 13 August 2026 at 20:50

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