The Man Who Faces Death by Looking Out to Sea Saturday, June 7, 2025 marine conservation rescue divers bdmlr seal whale devon volunteer advocacy Chris Berry’s commitment to marine life rescue runs deep, shaped by powerful experiences that transformed him from a volunteer into a passionate advocate for marine conservation across the UK. As the Devon Area Coordinator … Read More
Couple’s Courageous Rescue Saves Six After Boat Explosion on the Thames Thursday, June 5, 2025 rescue heroism boatexplosion thames river emergency police injury safety wales A Welsh couple has been hailed as heroes after their swift and brave intervention saved six people, including a baby, following a boat explosion on the River Thames. Josh Hobbs, 35, and Hannah Lloyd-Hobbs, 34, risked their … Read More
Somerset Garden Fire Rapidly Spreads, Damages Two Homes in Chard Monday, May 26, 2025 fire somerset chard evacuation propertydamage firefighting safety emergency rescue smoke A garden fire in Chard swiftly escalated on Sunday, May 25, around 4:30 pm, leading to the evacuation of residents and significant damage to two homes. The Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service received initial reports … Read More
Live: Massive Fire Forces Hospital Evacuation Thursday, May 22, 2025 fire hospital evacuation emergency pregnant safety blaze rescue patients crisis A large fire has broken out at a hospital, prompting an immediate evacuation of patients and staff. Among those affected were heavily pregnant women who had to be safely relocated. Emergency services are currently on the …
Horse Rescued After Causing Major Motorway Chaos Finds New Home Wednesday, May 21, 2025 horse rescue motorway traffic equestrian veterinary underweight gloucester blossomhill fundraiser A four-year-old horse named Dash made an unexpected dash across the M32 motorway last Friday night, triggering widespread traffic chaos and the closure of the southbound carriageway. The horse’s dramatic escape ended when … Read More
Woman Rescued After Crashing Vehicle Into House in Crewkerne Sunday, May 18, 2025 accident rescue firefighters crewkerne collision vehicle emergency extrication crash fire-service In the early hours of Sunday, May 18, a woman was trapped in her vehicle after crashing into a house in Crewkerne. The incident, which occurred shortly after 3 a.m., prompted a swift response from fire crews stationed in … Read More