Major Update on Somerset Flooding Crisis as Recovery Phase Begins Wednesday, February 18, 2026 somerset flooding recovery environmentagency stormchandra pumps flooddefences emergencyresponse roadclosures safety The flooding crisis in Somerset, triggered by Storm Chandra in late January, is showing clear signs of improvement as the incident moves from emergency response to recovery. Somerset Council, alongside the Environment Agency, … Read More
Five Somerset Areas at High Risk of Flooding as Heavy Rainfall Continues Wednesday, February 18, 2026 somerset flooding rainfall weather emergency precautions disruption rivers community safety Somerset is bracing for significant flooding as persistent heavy rain continues to drench the county. Authorities have identified five key areas that are particularly vulnerable to flooding in the coming days. Residents are … Read More
Fire Erupts in Glastonbury Town Centre Wednesday, February 18, 2026 glastonbury fire emergency firefighters blaze towncentre incident response safety investigation A fire broke out recently in Glastonbury town centre, prompting an immediate response from local firefighters. Emergency crews arrived swiftly at the scene to contain the blaze and ensure public safety. Details about the …
Brave Street Warden Tackles Knife Suspect in Weston-super-Mare Monday, February 16, 2026 knife bravery crime weston-super-mare streetwarden police youth safety arrest intervention In Weston-super-Mare, a courageous street warden named Simon Vowles apprehended a teenager suspected of carrying a stolen knife. The incident occurred around 12:50 pm on Wednesday, February 11, following reports that a knife … Read More
More Parking Spaces Approved for Popular Somerset Farm Shop Saturday, February 14, 2026 somerset parking farmshop glastonbury localbusiness planning safety biodiversity rural construction Middlewick Farm Shop and Café, a well-loved destination east of Glastonbury, Somerset, is set to increase its parking capacity after receiving planning approval from Somerset Council. Operated by the Barker family, the farm … Read More
Flood Warnings Issued as Somerset Prepares for Heavy Rainfall Saturday, February 14, 2026 somerset flooding metoffice rainfall weather warnings emergency rivers safety preparedness Somerset is on high alert as the Met Office forecasts more heavy rain in the coming days. Local authorities have issued flood warnings, urging residents to stay vigilant and prepare for potential flooding. With rivers already … Read More