Fire

Friday, May 2, 2025 fire m5 somerset blaze firefighters motorway smoke flames highway inferno

A massive blaze erupted near the M5 motorway in Somerset, catching the attention of passing drivers as smoke and flames billowed into the sky. Firefighters swiftly mobilized to tackle the inferno, working tirelessly to …

Thursday, May 1, 2025 fire garden damage homes emergency services accidental blaze extinguished property

Yesterday evening, a fire broke out in a garden on Priestley Way in Burnham-on-Sea, quickly spreading to two nearby homes. Residents were advised to keep doors and windows closed due to the smoke in the air while a police … Read More

Monday, April 28, 2025 fire solar panel cables somerset bungalow lithium batteries blaze property

A bungalow in Somerset was left devastated after a fire erupted on April 28th, caused by solar panel cables in the utility room. A call reporting smoke coming from the roof of the property in Minehead prompted the arrival of … Read More

Monday, April 28, 2025 teenager arrest fire minibuses children vulnerable park and ride taunton arson police

A 17-year-old boy from Taunton has been arrested after seven specially adapted minibuses were destroyed by a fire at Silk Mills Park and Ride in Taunton over the weekend. The fire, which occurred on Saturday (April 26) … Read More

Sunday, April 27, 2025 arson minibuses fire somerset disabilities children vandalism investigation community park-and-ride

An arson attack has resulted in the destruction of seven specially adapted minibuses used by children and people with disabilities, leaving them with smashed windows, melted tires, and completely written off. The incident … Read More

Friday, April 25, 2025 m4 traffic standstill vehicle fire delays emergency services incident motorists

A vehicle fire on the M4 has brought traffic to a standstill as emergency services work to contain the situation. Motorists are advised to expect significant delays and plan alternative routes if possible. The cause of the …