Bath Fire Station Closes as Demolition and Rebuild Begin Tuesday, March 3, 2026 bath firestation demolition rebuild avonfire emergencyservices heritage architecture publicsafety temporarysite Bath Fire Station has officially closed its doors after nearly 90 years of service, making way for a modern rebuild to better serve the community. On February 26, firefighters held a poignant farewell as fire engines and … Read More
Two Somerset Fire Stations to Undergo Major Refurbishment as Part of Significant Investment Monday, February 23, 2026 somerset firestations refurbishment investment fireservice infrastructure budget emergencyservices yeovil taunton Two critical fire stations in Somerset are set to receive extensive refurbishments as part of a significant investment in the Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service’s infrastructure. This move follows the approval of the … Read More
Somerset Fire Brigade’s Council Tax Share to Increase by £5 Tuesday, February 17, 2026 somerset fireservice counciltax budget firebrigade publicsafety localgovernment funding consultation emergencyservices Starting in April, Somerset residents will see a £5 increase in the fire service portion of their council tax bills. This change, representing a 4.8% rise, aims to ensure that the Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service … Read More
Somerset Flood Warnings Escalate as New Storm Approaches Thursday, January 22, 2026 somerset flood storm rain weather environmentagency emergencyservices floodwarning preparedness community Somerset is currently facing multiple flood warnings as heavy rainfall continues to sweep across the region. Recent storms have already caused significant flooding, disrupting communities and damaging property. Authorities … Read More
Youths Set Fire to Abandoned Building Near Bath Hospital Wednesday, December 24, 2025 bath fire arson youths police investigation redevelopment claracrosslane emergencyservices avon A fire erupted at an abandoned building near St Martin’s Hospital in Bath after two youths reportedly broke in and deliberately started the blaze. Emergency services responded promptly to the fire at the vacant property … Read More
Pedestrian Killed in Collision with Car on A303 in Somerset Monday, December 22, 2025 a303 somerset collision pedestrian seatleon crash police investigation crewkerne emergencyservices A tragic accident on the A303 in Somerset resulted in the death of a pedestrian on Sunday evening, December 21. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene at 9:40 p.m. following a collision involving a Seat Leon and a … Read More