Bird Flu Outbreak Confirmed at Somerset Poultry Farm Saturday, November 29, 2025 birdflu avianinfluenza somerset defra outbreak poultry biosecurity h5n1 culling containment An outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a commercial poultry farm near Ashcott in Somerset. The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) announced the detection of this … Read More
Fire Erupts in Somerset Seaside Town Tuesday, November 18, 2025 fire sussex emergency response somerset seaside blaze fire-engines local containment A fire has broken out in a Somerset seaside town, prompting an immediate response from local fire services. Several fire engines are currently at the scene working to contain the blaze. Residents are advised to stay clear of …
Residents Return Home as Large Farm Fire Near Claverham Comes Under Control Monday, August 4, 2025 fire evacuation claverham farm firefighting hazardous safety investigation emergency containment A significant farm fire at Chestnut Farm in Streamcross, Claverham, which forced the evacuation of residents within an 800-metre radius, is now under control, allowing those displaced to safely return to their homes. Avon … Read More
Quick Response Prevents Fire from Spreading in Chard Workshop Blaze Saturday, July 5, 2025 fire chard workshop firefighters emergency lithiumbattery somerset containment axminster ilminster Firefighters in Chard, Somerset, were praised for their prompt and effective response in containing a fire that broke out in a workshop storing motorbikes and a charging lithium-ion battery pack late on Friday, July 4. … Read More