M5 Reopens in Somerset Following Crash-Induced Traffic Standstill Wednesday, February 11, 2026 m5 somerset crash traffic highways accident delay clearance emergency motorway The M5 motorway in Somerset has reopened after a crash caused significant delays and brought traffic to a standstill. Authorities responded promptly to the incident, working to clear the vehicles involved and restore normal … Read More
Man Charged with Attempted Murder Following Home Attack in Yeovil Wednesday, February 11, 2026 yeovil attemptedmurder attack police avonsomerset colinthorne crime court kiddles emergency A 32-year-old man has been formally charged with attempted murder after a woman was attacked in her home in Yeovil. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, February 8, when the woman, in her 50s, sustained a neck … Read More
Somerset Flood Alerts Persist as Threat of More Rain Raises Concerns Tuesday, February 10, 2026 somerset flooding environment emergency council rainfall rivers metoffice evacuation health Somerset remains on high alert as a major incident continues due to persistent flooding risks affecting homes and businesses across the county. Emergency services and the Environment Agency (EA) are actively monitoring the … Read More
Live: A30 Closed in Yeovil Due to Fallen Tree Causing All-Day Disruption Tuesday, February 10, 2026 a30 yeovil roadclosure traffic disruption fallen tree road safety emergency clearance detours The A30 in Yeovil has been closed following the fall of a large tree, resulting in significant disruption throughout the day. Authorities confirmed that the tree brought up a section of the roadside bank, complicating … Read More
Somerset Areas at Risk of Flooding as Heavy Rain Continues Monday, February 9, 2026 somerset flooding rain weather emergency precautions alerts drainage risks communities As more heavy rain moves into Somerset, several areas are expected to experience flooding. Residents are advised to stay alert and take necessary precautions as water levels rise. The local authorities have issued warnings … Read More
New Yellow Warning: Heavy Rain and Flooding Expected Across Somerset and Southwest England Sunday, February 8, 2026 flooding rain somerset metoffice travel weather warnings emergency transport disruption Heavy rain is set to batter Somerset and large parts of the Southwest tomorrow, prompting the Met Office to issue a yellow weather warning that predicts flooding and significant travel disruption. Covering nearly all of … Read More