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Dozens of firefighters have spent the entire day battling a large fire at a remote property in rural Somerset. The incident unfolded at a house on Dyche Road in Holford, Exmoor, prompting crews from multiple stations … Read More
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A fire that sent thick plumes of black smoke rising over the M5 near Somerset is believed to have been deliberately set. The blaze occurred on Kings Weston Lane in Avonmouth, Bristol, creating dangerous driving conditions for … Read More
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A 17-year-old has been sentenced for setting fire to seven minibuses at the Silk Mills Park and Ride in Taunton, Somerset. The arson attack, which occurred on Saturday, April 26, caused extensive damage, destroying the … Read More
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Somerset Council, together with its waste contractor SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK, has issued an urgent warning about the risks posed by improperly discarded vapes. As vape use continues to rise, more devices are being … Read More
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A fire has broken out at the CeX store located in Bridgwater, causing thick smoke to pour out of the building. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene to control the blaze and ensure the safety of nearby residents …
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A devastating fire broke out in Glastonbury on the evening of Thursday, May 22, destroying one caravan and causing significant damage to another, as well as filling a garage with thick smoke. Firefighters responded promptly … Read More
