UPDATE: A significant cannabis farm has been uncovered following a house fire in Wyld’s Lane, Worcester on Sunday afternoon, March 8. Emergency services, including four fire engines and multiple police vehicles, responded to the blaze that erupted around 1 PM.
Upon extinguishing the flames, authorities discovered approximately 150 mature cannabis plants inside the property. The West Mercia Police confirmed that an investigation is currently underway, as the scene remains cordoned off for safety.
According to a spokesperson for West Mercia Police, “Emergency services responded to a house fire on Wylds Lane, Worcester at around 1 PM on Sunday. The fire service was already at the scene working to extinguish the flames, and officers supported by putting road closures in place to ensure public safety.”
Due to the fire, the National Grid cut electricity to 72 properties in the area as a precaution. The power was successfully restored by 3:39 PM, with the utility company thanking residents for their understanding during the situation.
Eyewitness accounts describe a frantic scene, with one resident noting, “Two firemen with breathing apparatus are going into the house. There is smoke coming out of some upstairs windows.” Another observer remarked on the intensity of the emergency response, stating, “I had just come back from the shops, and I saw all these fire engines on the road.”
As the investigation continues, residents are urged to stay clear of the area and adhere to traffic diversions set up between Perry Wood Walk and Albert Road. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
This incident highlights the ongoing issues surrounding illegal cannabis cultivation and the risks associated with such operations in residential neighborhoods. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
