Smoke

Friday, May 16, 2025 ambulance fire gloucester emergency explosion road traffic safety blaze smoke

An ambulance burst into flames on a busy road in Gloucester, sparking explosions and producing a massive plume of black smoke. The dramatic incident unfolded in broad daylight, alarming nearby drivers and pedestrians. … Read More

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 raf brize norton fire smoke toxic emergency military aircraft firefighters oxfordshire

A massive fire has erupted close to RAF Brize Norton, the UK’s largest RAF airbase, which is home to approximately 5,800 military personnel. Authorities have issued an urgent caution about “toxic products” … Read More

Saturday, April 19, 2025 lydbrook fire smoke barn gloucestershire investigation blaze damage structure cause

A substantial barn fire occurred in Lydbrook on Saturday, April 19, with billowing smoke visible from a distance as the fire took hold of the structure. Four fire engines were dispatched, and it took three hours to bring the … Read More

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 cheltenham explosion fire flats smoke emergency services gloucestershire walton house residential incident

Residents in Cheltenham reported a “loud explosion” as a fire broke out at a block of flats in Goldsmith Road around 11pm on Monday, March 31. Witnesses observed smoke pouring from Walton House, prompting a fast … Read More

Friday, November 24, 2023 m5 lorry fire smoke traffic disruption emergency crews investigation motorway

A portion of the M5 motorway has been closed after a lorry caught fire, causing significant smoke and traffic disruptions. Emergency fire crews have been dispatched to the scene to address the situation and ensure the safety …