Watersafety

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 tewkesbury riveravon search missingperson gloucestershire emergencyservices watersafety flooding rescue police

Emergency services have suspended their search for a young man believed to have entered the River Avon near Tewkesbury almost a week ago. The incident occurred late on Friday, December 19, when Gloucestershire Police were … Read More

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 riveravon tewkesbury search missingperson gloucestershire rescue flooding emergency police watersafety

Emergency services have temporarily suspended their search for a young man who is believed to have entered the River Avon near Tewkesbury almost a week ago. Gloucestershire Police responded to reports around 9pm on Friday, … Read More

Sunday, December 21, 2025 gloucestershire tewkesbury riveravon search emergencyservices police rescue firebrigade watersafety missingperson

Gloucestershire Police are conducting an ongoing search along a stretch of the River Avon near Mythe Road in Tewkesbury after a person was reported to have entered the water on the evening of Friday, December 19. Local … Read More

Friday, August 22, 2025 cheltenham watersafety bacteria contamination healthwarning tapwater publichealth housingestate watercontamination residentadvisory

Residents of a Cheltenham housing estate have been advised not to consume tap water or use it to brush their teeth after tests revealed the presence of harmful bacteria. Authorities have issued a cautionary notice to tenants, …

Friday, August 8, 2025 kayaking rescue schooltrip cullercoats northtyneside watersafety emergency investigation children sea

A school water sports trip in Cullercoats Bay, North Tyneside, turned into a terrifying ordeal when 32 children and adults encountered trouble while kayaking. Emergency responders rushed to the scene to rescue the group, who … Read More