Emergency

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 forestofdean a-road crash primaryschool buses traffic roadclosure diversion emergency travel

An A-road in the Forest of Dean has reopened after a crash near a local primary school earlier today. The incident led to temporary road closures and caused buses to be diverted to alternative routes, impacting local travel. … Read More

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 cotswolds roadclosure incident emergency traffic tragedy investigation safety authorities reopening

A key road in the Cotswolds has reopened after being closed overnight following a tragic incident. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene late last night, leading to the closure of the road for several hours. …

Monday, November 24, 2025 m5 traffic accident obstruction road crash vehicles delays emergency drivers

Traffic on the M5 has begun to clear after an accident caused significant delays, although an obstruction still remains on the road. Authorities have yet to confirm the exact number of vehicles involved in the incident. …

Sunday, November 23, 2025 m5 crash gloucestershire accident hospital motorway police emergency stroud falfield

A man was rushed to hospital early Sunday morning after a single-vehicle crash on the M5 motorway in Gloucestershire. The incident occurred just before 5 a.m. between junction 13 (Stroud) and junction 14 (Falfield). … Read More

Sunday, November 23, 2025 m5 gloucestershire crash closure diversion police emergency traffic investigation roadsafety

A serious crash on the M5 northbound in Gloucestershire has led to a full closure of the motorway between junction 14 (Falfield) and junction 13 (Stroud) this morning. The incident occurred around 5:30 am when a vehicle left … Read More

Friday, November 21, 2025 gloucester crash traffic accident emergency bus delays diversion roadblock transport

A two-vehicle crash has caused significant disruption on a busy road in Gloucester. Emergency services are on the scene, and traffic is currently at a standstill. Buses are being diverted to alternative routes, leading to …

Friday, November 21, 2025 gloucester traffic accident crash commute rushhour barrier emergency delays roadsafety

Gloucester’s rush hour traffic came to a standstill today after a car crashed into a barrier, causing significant delays and disruption. Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene, but drivers are still being …

Thursday, November 20, 2025 gloucester riversevern rescue emergency police search helicopter docks fireservice missing

A major rescue operation is currently taking place at Gloucester Docks following reports that a man entered the River Severn and failed to emerge. Gloucestershire Police were alerted at approximately 10:20 a.m. on Thursday, … Read More

Thursday, November 20, 2025 gloucester docks helicopter river recovery emergency search investigation tragedy community

A somber scene unfolded at Gloucester Docks today after reports of a helicopter flying unusually low and circling above raised concern among local residents. Emergency services were quickly dispatched to the area, and their … Read More

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 a417 a436 traffic accident lorry delays airballoon transport emergency roadsafety

Traffic is currently experiencing significant delays on the A417 and A436 roads near the Air Balloon roundabout following a lorry accident. Motorists are advised to expect slow-moving traffic and possible congestion in the …

Monday, November 17, 2025 nhs urgentcare healthcare nhs111 emergency medicaladvice gp outofhours accessibility triage

Knowing where to turn when you need urgent medical help but don’t feel it warrants a visit to A&E can be confusing. Fortunately, the NHS has made it simple with clear guidance on accessing the right care quickly. The NHS … Read More

Monday, November 17, 2025 gloucester crash traffic accident rushhour aroad laneclosure emergency commuters clearance

During the busy rush hour in Gloucester, a crash occurred on one of the main A-road lanes, causing significant delays for commuters. Emergency services responded promptly, managing the scene efficiently. As a result, the …

Monday, November 17, 2025 gloucestershire snow flood weather forecast subzero warnings freezing travel emergency

Gloucestershire is preparing for a challenging week as weather conditions turn severe. Meteorologists have issued live snow forecasts across the region, warning residents to expect heavy snowfall and potentially hazardous … Read More

Sunday, November 16, 2025 tewkesbury flooding stormclaudia gloucestershire community resilience disaster bridge floods emergency

Following the severe flooding caused by Storm Claudia, Tewkesbury in Gloucestershire has been left grappling with significant water damage. Images emerging from the area show the extent of the chaos, with streets submerged … Read More

Saturday, November 15, 2025 flooding storm gloucestershire tewkesbury riversevern floodwarning roadclosures stormclaudia rainfall emergency

Tewkesbury in Gloucestershire has been hit hard by flooding caused by Storm Claudia, leaving parked cars submerged under floodwaters. The market town has experienced widespread disruption, including numerous road closures … Read More

Saturday, November 15, 2025 gloucestershire flooding roadclosures warnings emergency travelsafety weather urgent updates local

Residents of Gloucestershire are advised to stay alert as flooding continues to impact the region today. Multiple roads have been closed due to rising water levels, and authorities have issued updated flood warnings to ensure … Read More

Saturday, November 15, 2025 gloucestershire flooding roadclosures stormclaudia highways safety transportation emergency infrastructure weather sport

Gloucestershire is grappling with significant flooding this morning, leading to the closure of more than a dozen roads across the county. Following an intense downpour overnight brought on by Storm Claudia, Gloucestershire … Read More

Friday, November 14, 2025 gloucester missing search urgent police disappearance safety emergency alert public

A serious search operation has been launched following the disappearance of a woman from Gloucester. Authorities are appealing to the public for any information that could help locate her. If you see anyone matching her …

Friday, November 14, 2025 stormclaudia flooding gloucestershire weather emergency rain alerts floodalerts safety rivers

Storm Claudia has unleashed heavy rain across Gloucestershire, leading to widespread flooding and numerous flood alerts throughout the night. Emergency services are on high alert as rivers and drainage systems struggle to … Read More

Friday, November 14, 2025 heart attack emergency cardiology troponin bloodtest diagnosis patientcare nhs healthcare

New research, supported by the British Heart Foundation, has led to the development of a rapid blood test that can identify whether someone is experiencing a heart attack in just 20 minutes. Traditionally, when patients … Read More

Thursday, November 13, 2025 m4 m5 crash traffic delays gloucestershire rushhour travel congestion emergency

A crash on the M4 near the M5 junction is causing heavy traffic delays during this morning’s rush hour. Drivers can expect slow-moving traffic in the affected area as emergency services respond to the incident. Motorists are … Read More

Thursday, November 13, 2025 suspicious package emergency gloucestershire police safety council firefighters response

Last Friday, a swift multi-agency response was triggered when a suspicious package containing an unknown white powder was reported leaking at Shire Hall, the headquarters of Gloucestershire County Council. The multi-agency … Read More

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 gloucestershire nhs emergency strike doctors healthcare safety industrialaction pay services

In preparation for the upcoming industrial action by Resident Doctors, NHS Gloucestershire has announced temporary service changes to safeguard patient safety and maintain emergency care. From Friday, November 14 at 7am … Read More

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 a40 gloucester traffic obstruction rushhour delays commute transport emergency roadblock

Traffic on the A40 in Gloucester was brought to a standstill during rush hour today due to an obstruction on the road. Commuters faced significant delays as emergency services and traffic authorities worked to clear the …