Accident

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 electrocution millfield somerset boarding accident hse emergency inquest school safety

Three pupils at Millfield School in Somerset sustained severe burns after coming into contact with overhead electrical cables at their boarding house on Saturday evening. The incident required urgent medical intervention, … Read More

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 railway accident safety somerset volunteer wagon gartell raib injury investigation

A volunteer member of staff was seriously injured after being struck by a train wagon on the private Gartell Light Railway in Somerset. The accident occurred near the Common Lane level crossing on Thursday, April 17, at … Read More

Thursday, May 1, 2025 firework injury burns safety celebration garden accident treatment fireworks precautions

A birthday celebration in Dorset turned into a nightmare for Karen Wells as a misfiring firework caused painful burns and chaos. During the family gathering in her back garden, a fountain-style firework, typically used … Read More

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 devon lorry fireball a361 barnstaple firefighters road accident damage closure

Spectacular images from Devon capture a lorry engulfed in flames, leading to the closure of A361 near Barnstaple for over six hours. Firefighters battled the intense inferno and are now focused on assessing potential damage … Read More

Saturday, April 26, 2025 accident traffic a303 somerset crash jam road blockage delays commuters

A major accident on the A303 in Somerset has resulted in heavy traffic and a road blockage. The crash has caused significant delays for commuters in the area.

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 accident road closure school wells traffic disruption incident car emergency

A serious car accident outside a school in Wells caused the closure of the road for several hours. The incident forced authorities to block off the area and divert traffic while emergency services attended to the scene. The …