No Funding Available to Reopen Key Yeovil Rat Run Nearly Five Years After Landslide Closure Monday, February 2, 2026 chinnockhollow somerset yeovil landslide roadclosure infrastructure budget transport safety council Somerset Council has no budget allocated to reopen Chinnock Hollow, a vital rat run in Yeovil, nearly five years after it was closed due to a significant landslide. The narrow road, which connects the A30 High Street in East … Read More
Christchurch Pensioner Dies in Moped Crash as Police Launch Investigation Sunday, February 1, 2026 christchurch dorset moped accident police investigation collision pensioner road safety An 80-year-old moped rider has tragically died following a crash on a residential street in Christchurch, Dorset. The incident occurred on Sunday evening, February 1, involving a green Vespa scooter. Emergency services were … Read More
M5 Traffic Clears After Crash Near Taunton Saturday, January 31, 2026 m5 taunton traffic accident collision motorway road safety trafficupdate emergency Traffic on the M5 near Taunton has resumed its usual pace after a crash caused significant delays earlier today. Emergency services responded promptly to the incident, ensuring safety and clearing the scene efficiently. …
Flood Warnings and Alerts Issued Across Somerset Today Saturday, January 31, 2026 flooding somerset warnings alerts weather emergency safety rivers rainfall risk Today, multiple areas across Somerset are at risk of flooding due to recent heavy rainfall and rising water levels. Residents are urged to stay alert as flood warnings and alerts have been issued for various parts of the … Read More
Flood Warnings and Alerts for Somerset: All Risk Areas Today Saturday, January 31, 2026 somerset flooding warnings alerts rainfall rivers safety emergency weather risk Residents and visitors in Somerset should remain vigilant today as multiple flood warnings and alerts have been issued across the county. These warnings highlight areas at risk of flooding due to recent heavy rainfall and … Read More
LIVE: Delays Ease on M5 as Two Lanes Reopen Friday, January 30, 2026 m5 traffic delays lanes transport commute roads highway congestion safety Traffic delays on the M5 are beginning to clear as two lanes have reopened, allowing vehicles to move more freely. Commuters can expect improving conditions and a gradual return to normal traffic flow. Authorities continue to …