RNAS Yeovilton Issues Statement Following Fatal Devon Helicopter Crash Wednesday, June 3, 2026 royalnavy merlinmk4 helicoptercrash rnasyeovilton devon military tragedy investigation emergencyresponse armedforces A tragic incident has struck the Royal Navy with the fatal crash of a Merlin Mk4 helicopter during a training exercise near Sourton, Devon, in the early hours of Wednesday, June 3. The aircraft went down in a field close to … Read More
Fire Breaks Out in Frome; Residents Advised to Keep Windows Closed Thursday, May 7, 2026 frome fire emergency firefighters smoke safety blaze evacuation residents emergencyresponse A fire has erupted in Frome, prompting emergency crews to rush to the scene. Authorities have advised local residents to keep their windows closed to avoid smoke inhalation and ensure safety. Firefighters are working …
Toaster Fire Ravages Taunton Kitchen, Casualties Treated Onsite Friday, April 24, 2026 toasterfire taunton firesafety emergencyresponse firefighters kitchenfire smokeinhalation firerescue domesticfire firstaid A kitchen fire sparked by a toaster erupted in a terraced house in north Taunton on Friday, April 24, around 2:30 pm, prompting a rapid emergency response. The blaze caused thick smoke to pour from the property, drawing the … Read More
Man Imprisoned After Setting Fire That Razed Wiltshire Rental Home Wednesday, April 22, 2026 arson explosion wiltshire emergency firefighting police prosecution mansafety emergencyresponse propertydamage A 73-year-old man was sentenced to over three years in prison after deliberately igniting a fire that caused a destructive explosion in his rented home in Mere, Wiltshire. Martin Clayton poured petrol around the living room … Read More
Major Update on Somerset Flooding Crisis as Recovery Phase Begins Wednesday, February 18, 2026 somerset flooding recovery environmentagency stormchandra pumps flooddefences emergencyresponse roadclosures safety The flooding crisis in Somerset, triggered by Storm Chandra in late January, is showing clear signs of improvement as the incident moves from emergency response to recovery. Somerset Council, alongside the Environment Agency, … Read More
Major Incident in Somerset Continues Amidst Ongoing Flooding Following Storm Chandra Friday, January 30, 2026 somerset flooding stormchandra rainfall environmentagency weatherwarning evacuation rivers pumping emergencyresponse A major incident declared in Somerset remains active as the region grapples with the aftermath of Storm Chandra and sustained heavy rainfall. On Monday, January 27, more than 50mm of rain fell in several parts of the county, … Read More