Firefighters

Sunday, May 24, 2026 fire investigation highbridge smoke damage firefighters devon somerset blaze emergency

An investigation is currently underway following a fire that broke out in a ground-floor flat in Highbridge yesterday. Devon & Somerset Fire Service reported that the fire affected a two-storey building. The ground-floor … Read More

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 fire highbridge industrial somerset blaze smoke damage emergency firefighters investigation

A significant fire severely damaged three industrial units in Highbridge, Somerset, on the morning of Monday, May 18. Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service responded promptly after receiving multiple 999 calls reporting … Read More

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 fire highbridge industrial somerset blaze emergency firefighters damage smoke investigation

A significant fire broke out early Monday morning at a commercial industrial complex in Highbridge, Somerset, causing extensive damage to multiple units. The Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service was alerted at 8:53 am … Read More

Monday, May 18, 2026 m5 bridgwater traffic carfire emergency motorway delay firefighters commute transport

A car fire on the M5 near Bridgwater caused extensive traffic delays, bringing the busy motorway to a standstill for several hours. Emergency services responded swiftly to the blaze, which erupted mid-morning, prompting lane … Read More

Monday, May 18, 2026 m5 bridgwater carfire traffic delays emergency roadclosure firefighters congestion transport

A car fire on the M5 near Bridgwater caused significant disruption, leading to slow-moving traffic for several hours. Emergency services promptly responded to the blaze, ensuring the safety of those involved and working to … Read More

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 fire electricshower somerset firefighters smokeinhalation emergency response propertydamage safety evacuation

An electric shower caught fire while in use at a home in Movers Place, Street, Somerset, on the evening of Tuesday, May 12. The fire was reported to Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service at approximately 9 p.m. Three … Read More