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Major Fire Engulfs Furniture Shop in Birmingham’s Digbeth Area

Fifty firefighters continue battling the blaze on Rea Street as evacuations and safety advisories remain in place.

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Overview

  • A severe fire broke out in a three-storey furniture shop on Rea Street in Birmingham's Digbeth area shortly before 9 am on May 20, 2025.
  • Around fifty firefighters and multiple fire crews are actively working to contain the blaze, which has caused the building's roof to collapse.
  • Thick plumes of black smoke are visible across Birmingham city centre, prompting public safety advisories to avoid the area and keep windows and doors closed.
  • Nearby businesses have been evacuated as a precaution, though no injuries have been reported so far.
  • The incident follows another large fire in the West Midlands just two days earlier, highlighting ongoing fire safety challenges in the region.