Live: M5 Traffic Comes to a Standstill Due to Loose Swans on Motorway Friday, October 10, 2025 m5 traffic swans motorway delays wildlife roadblock safety transport incident Traffic on the M5 motorway has been brought to a halt after several swans were spotted roaming freely on the road. Authorities have temporarily stopped vehicles to ensure the safety of both the birds and drivers. Motorists …
Somerset Cycleway Faces Uncertain Future as Funding Ends Wednesday, October 8, 2025 cycleway somerset volunteering maintenance sustrans activetravel nationalcyclenetwork community safety funding The Ilminster-Chard Shared Path, locally known as the Cycleway or the Stop Line Way, is at risk after key funders announced they will no longer support its upkeep. This popular five-mile route, linking Ilminster to Chard, now … Read More
Schools Locked Down in Weston-super-Mare After Armed Man Sighting Tuesday, October 7, 2025 lockdown weston-super-mare armed police schools meadvale northsomerset safety patrol community On Tuesday, October 7, schools in Weston-super-Mare were placed on lockdown following reports of an armed man seen roaming the Mead Vale area. The alert came after a member of the public notified police about the suspicious … Read More
Major Crash on A-Road Near Long Ashton Sparks Severe Traffic Delays Monday, October 6, 2025 accident traffic longashton aroad congestion delays safety emergency roadwork roadsafety A serious crash on the main A-road near Long Ashton has resulted in extensive traffic delays during peak hours. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, but the incident has caused major disruptions for commuters … Read More
Live Update: Road Near Bath Closed Following Crash Monday, October 6, 2025 bath roadclosure crash traffic police delays safety accident junction transport A road near Bath has been temporarily closed due to a crash. Authorities are currently managing the scene, and drivers are advised to allow extra time for their journeys or seek alternative routes. Details about the cause and …
Storm Amy Leaves Thousands Without Power Across Somerset Saturday, October 4, 2025 storm power outage somerset electricity weather damage emergency utilities safety Storm Amy has swept through Somerset, leaving thousands of homes without electricity. The severe weather caused widespread damage, including fallen trees and downed power lines, severely impacting the local power grid. …