Massive blaze at abandoned Henley College structure in Coventry

Firefighters are combating a significant blaze at the abandoned Henley College in Coventry, with flames visible to nearby residents. Twelve fire crews were dispatched to the scene on Henley Road shortly after 8 PM BST. Residents have been advised to close their doors and windows, while the public is urged to avoid the area. Thick black smoke is rising and can be seen from miles away, hanging over nearby homes. West Midlands Police are also assisting with the incident as teams work to control the fire.

Shannen Headley

BBC News, West Midlands

Nathan Shaju Black smoke and fire rising from the top of a white flat roofed building — Flames engulfing the roof of the abandoned Henley College building.

Firefighters are responding to a significant fire at a vacant college site in Coventry, with intense flames visible to nearby residents.

According to West Midlands Fire Service, twelve crews were deployed to the location on Henley Road shortly after 20:00 BST.

Local residents have been advised to shut their windows and doors, while the public is urged to steer clear of the area.

Thick plumes of black smoke were observable from several miles away following the outbreak at the former Henley College.

grey placeholder — Authorities have cautioned locals to keep their windows and doors closed.

Nathan Shaju A residential area, with a black car in the foreground. Black smoke and orange flames can be seen over houses. — Authorities have cautioned locals to keep their windows and doors closed.

Smoke was visible hovering above nearby houses as crews worked to contain the fire.

Large black smoke clouds erupting from a burning building, captured from a distance with greenery in the foreground. — Significant smoke clouds were observed rising from the building’s rooftop.

Nathan Shaju A cordon established with two traffic light poles, featuring a police vehicle and onlookers observing the scene. — Assistance provided by West Midlands Police in managing the situation.

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