A VAN has set on fire in Stourbridge with firefighters and police called to the scene.

The incident happened on Racecourse Lane, Norton, just before 10.30am this morning (Friday May 6).

Firefighters using breathing apparatus tackled the fire while police closed the road.

The van was engulfed in flames. Thankfully no-one was hurt in the incident.

A spokesman for West Midlands Fire Service said: "Just before 10.30am we were called to a vehicle fire on Racecourse Lane, Stourbridge.

"One fire engine from Stourbridge fire station attended.

"This was a small van well alight on the road.

"Two firefighters wearing breathing apparatus tackled and extinguished the fire.

"There were no casualties.

"West Midlands Police were also in attendance to help manage road closures whilst melted debris from the van was dealt with."