Officers are currently trying to establish the cause behind the fire.
Emergency services were called to a house fire on Norton Street, Hockley this morning
Emergency services were called to a Birmingham street following a house fire this morning.
West Midlands Police arrived on Norton Street, Hockley at around 8.30 am today (December 13).
Officers are currently trying to establish the cause behind the fire.
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A West Midlands Police spokesperson said: “We were called to reports of a fire at a property on Norton Street, Hockley, at around 8.30am today.
“Thankfully, no one was injured.
There were no injuries reported after the house fire this morning
“We are assisting fire colleagues to establish how the fire started.
Speaking to BirminghamLive, an eyewitness said: “There were 4 fire engines to my visibility, and goodness knows how many police cars.
“Within half an hour the fire looked like it was out and the smoke was receding.
“About 60-90 minutes later, we were given the clear to enter our home again as it was deemed safe.
“It was just a tad smelly from the smoke. As of 11.02am, one fire engine & one police car still remains on the street.”
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