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
Glastonbury Festival Rejects Safety Concerns and Details Comprehensive Crowd Management Strategy Tuesday, June 3, 2025 glastonbury festival safety crowdmanagement crowdcontrol drugpolicy overcrowding emergencyresponse eventplanning crowdmonitoring Glastonbury Festival has strongly denied alarming claims made by an anonymous whistleblower who described the event as a “disaster waiting to happen” due to alleged inadequate safety measures. The supposed … Read More
Well-Used Somerset Bridge Closed Indefinitely Over Safety Concerns Tuesday, June 3, 2025 somerset footbridge exmoor safety closure tarrsteps recreation structural twomoorsway infrastructure The Exmoor National Park Authority (ENPA) has announced the indefinite closure of the footbridge spanning Hinds Pitt Pool, located near the popular Tarr Steps in Somerset. The bridge, which is a key part of the well-loved … Read More
Deliberate Fire Sends Smoke Plumes Billowing Over M5 Near Somerset Monday, June 2, 2025 arson fire smoke m5 avonmouth avon firefighters safety rubbish emergency A fire that sent thick plumes of black smoke rising over the M5 near Somerset is believed to have been deliberately set. The blaze occurred on Kings Weston Lane in Avonmouth, Bristol, creating dangerous driving conditions for … Read More
Glastonbury Market Cancelled Due to Severe Weather Forecast Monday, June 2, 2025 glastonbury market cancellation weather safety wind rain somerset metoffice traders Glastonbury Town Council has announced the cancellation of the weekly Glastonbury Charter Market scheduled for Tuesday, citing safety concerns due to adverse weather conditions. Normally held every Tuesday from 9am to 3pm, … Read More
LIVE: Partial Roadblock on A358 in Somerset Following Crash Sunday, June 1, 2025 somerset a358 crash traffic roadblock emergency delays accident transport safety A crash on the A358 in Somerset has led to partial blockage of the road, resulting in slow-moving traffic in the affected area. Drivers are advised to expect delays and exercise caution while passing through the scene. …