Arsonists ignite multiple fires in derelict building, prompting investigation in Chard Monday, March 31, 2025 arson firefighters chard investigation suspicious somerset devon multiple building blazes A derelict building in Somerset’s Chard Town was the site of multiple intentionally set fires on March 30. The Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service deemed the blazes “suspicious” as they worked to … Read More
Car Crash Traps Person, Prompts Fire Crew Rescue Sunday, March 30, 2025 collision rescue trowbridge firefighters overturned vehicle emergency wiltshire paramedics injuries A motorist was rescued from an overturned car after a collision in Trowbridge on Sunday, March 30. The incident occurred on Frome Road, just across the Somerset border into Wiltshire, around 11 am and involved two cars. The … Read More
Multi-Car Collision Causes Major Traffic Delays Friday, March 28, 2025 m5 crash traffic tailbacks collision emergency responders firefighters police delays A multi-car collision on the M5 has resulted in heavy traffic and long tailbacks for commuters. Firefighters and roads police officers were quick to arrive at the scene to assist with the aftermath of the crash, working to …
Barn Engulfed: Somerset Residents Urged to Keep Windows Shut as Fire Rages On Tuesday, July 9, 2024 somerset fire barn residents windows blaze firefighters urgent warning critical A raging fire broke out in a barn in Somerset, prompting urgent warnings for residents to keep their windows closed. Fire crews have been battling the intense flames since the early hours, struggling to contain the inferno. …