'Bonkers' Move to Phase Out Fire Co-Responders Sparks Outcry Friday, October 17, 2025 fire coresponders community firstresponders rural emergency response healthcare volunteers safety A controversial decision to phase out fire co-responders has drawn sharp criticism from local officials and emergency service experts. The move, aimed at shifting more responsibility to community first responders in rural … Read More
'Bonkers' Decision to Phase Out Fire Co-Responders Faces Criticism Friday, October 17, 2025 fire coresponders community firstresponders rural emergency healthcare safety response volunteers The decision to phase out fire co-responders in rural parts of the county has sparked significant controversy. Critics argue that this move, labeled as “bonkers” by some, could jeopardize emergency response times … Read More
M5 Lorry Fire in West Country Extinguished After Major Blaze Wednesday, October 15, 2025 m5 lorry fire westcountry emergency blaze motorway incident traffic extinguished A significant fire involving a lorry erupted on the M5 motorway in the West Country, causing major disruption in the area. Emergency services responded promptly to the blaze, working tirelessly to contain and eventually …
M5 Traffic Live: Lorry Carrying Batteries and Appliances Catches Fire in West Country Wednesday, October 15, 2025 m5 traffic lorry fire batteries appliances westcountry diversion motorway emergency A lorry transporting batteries and domestic appliances caught fire on the M5 motorway in the West Country, causing significant disruption for motorists. Emergency services were quickly on the scene to contain the blaze and … Read More
Three-Hour Emergency Exercise Scheduled at Gloucestershire Airport – No Cause for Concern Tuesday, October 14, 2025 gloucestershire airport emergency exercise training police fire ambulance safety operations Gloucestershire Airport is set to host a comprehensive three-hour emergency exercise aimed at enhancing coordinated response efforts between police, fire, and ambulance services. The full-scale training drill will involve … Read More
Vandalism at Stroud School: Chairs Set Ablaze and Double-Decker Bus Vandalized Tuesday, October 7, 2025 stroud vandalism arson fire school bus damage investigation safety community Stroud School was recently subjected to a disturbing act of vandalism, with several chairs set on fire on school grounds. In a separate incident, a double-decker bus situated nearby also sustained damage. Authorities are … Read More