Wolverhampton house fire claims lives of two children
Police and emergency services continue to examine the scene
Last updated 25th Apr 2026
An investigation has been launched by West Midlands Police following a tragic house fire in Wolverhampton that resulted in the deaths of two young children.
The fire occurred at a property on Mason Street around 8.30pm on Friday, with emergency services swiftly responding to the scene.
Firefighters from West Midlands Fire Service entered the building wearing breathing apparatus and managed to rescue the two children.
Despite the emergency services' best efforts, the children were pronounced dead at the scene.
Two other children and one woman who were already outside managed to escape without requiring hospital treatment.
Fire crews from Bilston, West Bromwich, and Bloxwich Fire Stations attended, with six firefighters entering the property.
In addition, West Midlands Ambulance Service deployed multiple teams, including two ambulances, three paramedic officers, HART paramedics, a MERIT trauma team, and a critical care car to assist.
Their rapid efforts to administer advanced life support to the children were, unfortunately, unsuccessful.
West Midlands Police have cordoned off the area and remain at the scene, working with other emergency services to determine the cause and circumstances of the fire.
The scene is expected to be cordoned off for an extended period due to the extensive damage to the property.
Anyone with information related to the incident is encouraged to contact the police.