Fire services stretched as residents still not home
Summary
Eleven major fires and dozens of wildfires have put fire services in the UK under great pressure, especially in the West Midlands. In Stourbridge, 38 homes were damaged or destroyed, and many people are still waiting to learn when they can return to their houses.Key Facts
- There have been 11 major fires in 48 hours and 43 new wildfires since Friday in the UK.
- Fires affected places include Stourbridge, Sandwell, Pershore, Stoke-on-Trent, Hampshire, and South Wales.
- In Stourbridge, 38 homes were damaged or destroyed by a large fire.
- Over 100 firefighters worked to control a grass fire near Stourbridge Golf Club, covering 500 acres.
- Residents are not allowed to return home until officials say it is safe; some hope to go back Saturday evening.
- Police and fire investigators are trying to determine where the fire started and have asked the public not to speculate on the cause.
- An online fund has been set up to help people affected by the fires.
- Some residents reported frustration over the lack of updates, and emergencies included slow fire engine response in one case.
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