Emergency

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 porttalbot fire industrial smoke m4 traffic emergency wales dockroad blaze

A significant industrial fire broke out on Dock Road in Port Talbot, Wales, earlier today, sending towering plumes of dense black smoke into the sky and causing widespread travel disruptions. The Mid and West Wales Fire and … Read More

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 firefighters blaze lydney emergency fire-engines fire fire-safety response rescue incident

Firefighters were quick to respond after a fire broke out in Lydney, deploying three fire engines to the scene. The fire crews worked diligently to control and extinguish the blaze, ensuring the safety of residents and … Read More

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 stroud death police iopc investigation emergency gloucestershire coroner incident referral

A man was found injured on Queens Drive in Stroud early Monday morning and later died despite emergency medical intervention. Gloucestershire Police received a call at 6:50 a.m. reporting that a man was discovered injured in … Read More

Monday, April 27, 2026 fire lydney emergency smoke firefighters blaze incident safety response updates

A significant fire has broken out in Lydney, sending huge plumes of smoke billowing into the sky. Emergency services are currently on the scene, working to contain the blaze and ensure public safety. Residents are advised to …

Monday, April 27, 2026 lydney fire emergency smoke firefighters blaze incident public safety response evacuation

A large fire has broken out in Lydney, sending towering plumes of smoke into the air. Emergency services are currently on the scene, working to contain the fire and ensure public safety. Residents are advised to stay clear of …

Sunday, April 26, 2026 raf fairford fire accident investigation emergency base blaze safety damage

A significant fire broke out at RAF Fairford, causing extensive damage to one of the base buildings. Officials have confirmed that the fire was accidental, though the exact cause remains under investigation. Emergency … Read More

Sunday, April 26, 2026 fosseway stowonthewold motorcycle crash accident gloucestershire police roadclosure triumph emergency

A young motorcyclist has been critically injured in a crash on the A429 Fosseway in Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire. The incident occurred at approximately 4:15 pm on Saturday, April 26, near Old Quarry Farm. The collision … Read More

Sunday, April 26, 2026 fire raf fairford usairforce accident emergency investigation military blaze safety

A large fire recently broke out at RAF Fairford, but the US Air Force has confirmed that it occurred inside an unoccupied building on the base. Authorities are currently investigating the incident, and early indications … Read More

Friday, April 24, 2026 motorcycle collision forestofdean accident emergency police investigation lydbrook roadsafety crash

A fatal collision occurred in the Forest of Dean on Wednesday, April 22, resulting in the death of a female motorcycle passenger. The incident happened around 4:55 pm at the A4136 Mireystock Crossroads in Lydbrook, involving … Read More

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 forestofdean crash roadclosure traffic emergency accident safety investigation overnight transport

Overnight closures of key roads in the Forest of Dean have been enforced following a serious crash. Emergency services responded promptly to the incident, prioritizing safety and investigating the cause. Drivers are advised …

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 forest dean roads closure accident crash traffic emergency overnight safety

A serious crash in the Forest of Dean has led to the closure of several key roads overnight. Emergency services responded promptly to the incident, which resulted in significant traffic disruptions across the area. … Read More

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 a40 a436 crash collision traffic blockage junction delay roadclosure emergency

A collision involving two vehicles at the junction of the A40 and A436 has caused significant disruption, with the A436 being blocked in both directions. The crash resulted in considerable traffic congestion as emergency …

Monday, April 20, 2026 stroud train accident death disruption emergency travel rail incident investigation

A tragic incident occurred at Stroud station where a person was struck and killed by a train. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, but the individual was pronounced dead. This has caused significant delays and …

Monday, April 20, 2026 gloucester train emergency incident transport delay safety investigation response railway

Train services in Gloucester were abruptly suspended today following a tragic incident on the tracks. Emergency crews quickly arrived at the scene to manage the situation and provide necessary assistance. Passengers faced …

Sunday, April 19, 2026 m48 severnbridge crash emergency motorway traffic closure accident roadsafety delays

A serious crash has forced the closure of the M48 Severn Bridge, with emergency services currently attending the scene. Authorities have confirmed that the motorway will remain closed for the foreseeable future while they …

Sunday, April 19, 2026 m48 severn bridge crash emergency closure motorway traffic delays accident

A serious collision on the M48 Severn Bridge has forced the closure of the motorway, with emergency services currently on the scene managing the incident. Drivers are advised to expect significant delays, as the road is …

Saturday, April 18, 2026 kittens rescue landfill animals wildlife safety compassion emergency workplace tragedy

In a heart-stopping incident at a local landfill site, a group of kittens was saved just in time from being crushed. Workers on the site noticed the tiny animals trapped amidst the debris and acted swiftly to rescue them. … Read More

Saturday, April 18, 2026 m4 vehiclefire laneclosure motorway bristol gloucestershire traffic emergency incident safety

A vehicle caught fire on the M4 motorway near junction 19, prompting the closure of one lane. The incident is causing minor disruption, but traffic is currently managing well. Emergency services responded promptly to the …

Friday, April 17, 2026 motorcycle collision gloucester a417 accident emergency van police crash motorcyclist

A motorcyclist from Gloucester tragically lost his life following a collision with a van on the A417 near Maisemore. The accident occurred at approximately 3:50 pm on April 16, when emergency services were alerted to a crash … Read More

Friday, April 17, 2026 motorcycle collision gloucestershire a417 crash fatality emergency police van maisemore

A Gloucester motorcyclist tragically lost his life following a collision with a van on the A417 near Maisemore. The crash occurred at approximately 3:50 pm on April 16 near Overton Farm, prompting an immediate emergency … Read More

Thursday, April 16, 2026 a417 maisemore crash roadclosure traffic emergency accident delays motorists investigation

The A417 was closed for approximately 15 hours after a serious crash occurred near Maisemore. Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene, and the road was shut down to allow for investigations and clear-up operations. … Read More

Thursday, April 16, 2026 a417 maisemore crash police roadclosure traffic emergency investigation motorists safety

The A417 is still closed after a collision occurred near Maisemore earlier today. Emergency services, including police officers, remain at the scene as they work to manage the incident and carry out their investigations. …

Thursday, April 16, 2026 poweroutage cheltenham nationalgrid electricity blackout utilities emergency response restoration homes

A significant power outage struck Cheltenham this morning, leaving more than 1,700 properties without electricity. The disruption was promptly reported to the National Grid, which is currently investigating the cause and …

Thursday, April 16, 2026 gloucestershire traffic rushhour delays incidents commuters roads travel emergency updates

Motorists in Gloucestershire are experiencing slow traffic during the morning rush hour as multiple incidents have been reported across the county. Key routes are affected, causing delays for commuters and travelers alike. …