The Royal Navy has announced that helicopter flights will be regularly visible over the Somerset area. These operations will typically occur at a base altitude of approximately 1,000 feet above ground level. The Navy has …
A significant wildfire burning in Wales has caused smoke to travel into neighbouring regions, including Somerset, where residents have reported smelling burning. The Avon Fire and Rescue Service has issued a precautionary …
A significant grassland fire erupted in Somerset, igniting a considerable emergency response from the 999 services. The intense blaze led to the destruction of a minibus and a nearby bin store, causing extensive damage in the …
The train line between Taunton and Bristol was temporarily closed as emergency services attended to an incident reported near the railway track. Details surrounding the nature of the incident remain unclear at this time, but …
Train services between Taunton and Bristol were temporarily suspended today as emergency crews attended to an incident near the railway line. Authorities have confirmed that emergency services are actively responding to the …
Somerset Council has approved expenditure of up to £50,000 to carry out essential fire alarm repairs at Frome Leisure Centre. The facility, situated on Princess Anne Road in the northern area of Frome, is one of five leisure …
An ex-youth worker, identified only by his initials LP, has shared his traumatic experience of being randomly attacked, beaten, and stabbed in Wellington, an incident that still affects his life years later. The assault took …
Traffic on the M5 motorway has been brought to a complete stop after a significant fire broke out. Flames and thick smoke were clearly visible, spreading across the motorway and causing severe disruption for motorists. …
Keynsham Town Council recently sent postcards to 10,000 households encouraging residents to prepare a “grab-and-go” bag with essential items for emergencies. However, it was discovered that the phone number printed on the …
Nestled beneath the expansive canopy of a centuries-old London plane tree, Kingsmead Square remains one of Bath’s most vibrant commercial hubs. Known for its pastel-coloured bunting, lively buskers, and welcoming benches …
Nestled beneath the sprawling canopy of a centuries-old London plane tree lies Kingsmead Square, a lively commercial hub in the heart of Bath. The square is characterised by colourful pastel bunting, talented buskers, and …
A father in Taunton made an urgent call to the emergency services after his toddler became trapped inside a car when it accidentally locked. Despite the unexpected situation, the young child appeared completely oblivious to …
A father in Taunton dialled 999 after his toddler became accidentally locked inside their car. The youngster, unaware of the commotion unfolding outside, remained calm throughout the incident. Emergency services responded …
A Somerset councillor and a senior police officer have publicly disagreed over the emergency services' response to suicides occurring on the M5 motorway. The motorway has been plagued by significant congestion throughout the …
The A303 has been closed to traffic following a serious crash that has left one person trapped in their vehicle. Emergency services are currently on the scene, working to free the individual and manage the situation safely. …