Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service are working with Local Authority partners, and housing managers, First Port, following the identification of a number of fire safety concerns at Barbourne Works, Northwick Avenue in Worcester.
The concerns affect the ability of residents to be able to escape safely should a fire occur.
Due to the concerns HWFRS have taken the difficult decision to issue a prohibition notice to the building management company, First Port, this evening, 04/06/25.
HWFRS are supporting residents and the local authority to facilitate alternative accommodation whilst the building management company resolve the fire safety concerns.
West Mercia Police are assisting.
First Port housing are supportive of a prohibition notice being issued. 20 staff have been sent to the site to assist in the evacuation.
Issued by GC Simon Cusack