Fire

Thursday, July 24, 2025 lorry fire m5 bridgwater traffic emergency transport road safety delays

A lorry cab suddenly caught fire on the M5 motorway near Bridgwater, causing significant traffic delays. The incident led to a buildup of heavy traffic as emergency responders rushed to the scene to extinguish the flames and …

Thursday, July 24, 2025 fire evacuation kitchen bridgwater smoke firecrew rescue damage safety emergency

On Wednesday, July 24, a kitchen fire prompted the evacuation of residents from a two-storey home in Bridgwater. At 12:34 PM, emergency services responded to a call reporting a fire originating in the kitchen. Upon arrival, … Read More

Monday, July 21, 2025 a303 accident lorry collision fire emergency hospital police recovery diversion

Two individuals have been hospitalized after a lorry collided with a broken-down car and subsequently caught fire on the westbound carriageway of the A303 near Mere on Monday, July 21. The incident occurred just before 10:30 … Read More

Saturday, July 19, 2025 fire railway disruption emergency transportation safety travel infrastructure blaze updates sport

A significant trackside fire has forced the closure of a major railway line, causing widespread disruption to services. Emergency crews are currently at the scene working to contain the blaze and assess any damage to the … Read More

Friday, July 18, 2025 inquest fire police somerset death mystery suicide investigation domestic tragedy

The tragic death of Malcolm Baker, a former Metropolitan Police detective superintendent, remains shrouded in uncertainty following a fatal house fire in Somerset on September 14, 2022. At 60 years old, Baker perished when a … Read More

Thursday, July 17, 2025 bus somerset accident emergency rescue crash a396 fire ambulance police

A bus crash on the A396 near Wheddon Cross in Somerset has left several passengers trapped this afternoon, Thursday, July 17. The incident occurred when the bus veered off the road near the junction with Ashwell Lane and … Read More