73 UK areas face flood alerts as snow melts
The Environment Agency has issued flood alerts and warnings to 73 areas across the UK. Learn the full list and how to prepare your home and family for potential flooding.
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Midlands Flood Alerts as Snow Melts
The Environment Agency has issued 11 flood alerts and one warning across the Midlands following last week's snowfall. Areas in Birmingham, Staffordshire, and Worcestershire are urged to be prepared.
Wharf Road in Kings Norton closes for flood repairs
Work begins to end the 'constant source of misery' as Wharf Road in Kings Norton closes for three days to tackle severe, long-term flooding issues. Find out the repair schedule.
Midlands flood alerts as snow melts after Storm Goretti
Eight flood alerts are active across the Midlands as rising temperatures trigger rapid snow melt. The Met Office warns of flooding concerns. Read the latest updates.
Flooding Halts Rail Services Between Rugeley and Walsall
Major rail disruption hits Midlands commuters as flooding blocks line between Rugeley Trent Valley and Birmingham New Street. Rail replacement buses in operation. Read for live updates.
32-hour UK rain warning issued for five areas
A 32-hour yellow weather warning for heavy rain has been issued by the Met Office, threatening flooding and travel chaos across parts of Scotland. Get the full list of affected areas.
A45 Coventry Road near Birmingham Airport to close this weekend
The A45 Coventry Road in Sheldon will be closed towards Birmingham city centre from Friday night. Find out the diversion routes and which bus services are affected.
Petition for traffic lights at Birmingham primary school
Nearly 180 people have signed a petition urging Birmingham City Council to install traffic lights outside City Road Primary School in Edgbaston to improve child safety on the busy Cavendish Road.
West Midlands faces 'wintry deluge' and severe flooding
The West Midlands is on high alert for significant flooding and travel disruption as a powerful Atlantic system brings up to 286mm of rain and snow. Residents urged to prepare now.
Birmingham cuts 40mph limits to 30mph on 27 roads
Birmingham City Council has completed a major project reducing speed limits from 40mph to 30mph on 27 routes. The move aims to cut collisions, improve air quality, and create safer streets for all.
New Average Speed Cameras Installed Across Birmingham
Birmingham launches a major road safety crackdown with new average speed cameras at six locations and widespread 30mph limits. Find out where and why.
New Birmingham Speed Cameras Activated
Birmingham launches six new average speed camera zones to enforce 30mph limits. See the full list of locations and the council's road safety warning.
Bearwood fire-damaged shop replaced with flats
Sandwell Council approves plans to replace a Bearwood shop destroyed by a major fire with a new building containing nine flats and a ground-floor retail unit. The blaze involved over 70 firefighters.
Child seriously hurt after bus collision in Bedworth
A young boy has suffered serious injuries after being struck by a bus at a Warwickshire junction. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the latest updates.
Tansey Road closed after police incident in Kingstanding
A section of Tansey Road in Kingstanding remains cordoned off after a man was found with serious injuries. A 22-year-old man has been arrested as police investigate.
Hybrid cars three times more deadly in crashes, data shows
New DfT analysis shows hybrid car crashes are three times more likely to be fatal than petrol or diesel incidents. Discover the safety risks and the impact of new road taxes.
Five Major Developments Reshaping Birmingham
Birmingham's skyline is set for a dramatic overhaul with five multi-million-pound regeneration schemes. Discover how Smithfield, Martineau Galleries, and other projects will deliver thousands of homes and jobs.
Kidsgrove Flooding Forces Children into Road for 8 Years
Residents in Kidsgrove battle persistent flooding for over eight years, forcing schoolchildren into the road and damaging homes. Authorities promise action.
Driver dies in Moseley medical emergency
A male driver has died following a medical emergency in Moseley, Birmingham. Emergency services rushed to Wake Green Road but could not save him. Read the full story.
Pedestrian dies in Worcester van collision
A woman has died after being struck by a van on Worcester Road. Paramedics provided advanced life support but could not save her. Read the latest details.
Driver dies in Birmingham medical emergency
A male driver has died following a medical emergency on Wake Green Road in Moseley, Birmingham. Emergency services were called at 7.28am on December 22. Read the full story.
300 drivers a week fined on A299's temporary 50mph limit
Over 1,600 motorists fined in 39 days on Kent's A299 Thanet Way due to urgent safety measures for damaged road surfaces. Police urge drivers to respect the limit.
Wake Green Road blocked after serious Moseley crash
Wake Green Road in Moseley is closed following a serious collision. Police urge drivers to avoid the area as bus diversions are in place. Follow live updates.
£20k Reward in Sparkbrook Fatal Crash Probe
Police renew appeal for witnesses to a fatal crash on Stratford Road, Sparkbrook, that killed a 22-year-old passenger. A £20,000 reward is offered for information.
Mum's Christmas warning five years after fatal Solihull crash
A Birmingham mother shares her grief five years after her son and daughter-in-law died in a crash. She urges drivers to wear seatbelts and drive safely this Christmas.
New average speed cameras for 6 Birmingham roads in 2026
Birmingham City Council is installing average speed cameras on six new routes in 2026, expanding enforcement across the city. Drivers urged to stick to limits to save lives.
Crash closes road near Bartley Green reservoir
A road in south-west Birmingham was closed after a two-car collision at the junction of Scotland Lane and Frankley Lane. One person sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Get the latest traffic updates.
Four injured in Birmingham two-car crash, boy hospitalised
A boy and three adults were injured in a two-car collision at a Handsworth junction. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Get the latest Birmingham traffic news.
Flooding Cancels Birmingham-Stratford-upon-Avon Trains
Rail passengers face major disruption as flooding cancels and diverts West Midlands Railway services between Birmingham New Street and Stratford-upon-Avon. Rail replacement buses are running.
Driver charged after fatal Soho Road crash in Birmingham
A driver faces multiple charges after a collision on Soho Road, Handsworth, left a pedestrian dead and a woman seriously injured. Police appeal for witnesses.
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