West Midlands Ambulance Delays Worst in UK
West Midlands Ambulance Service faces the UK's worst hospital handover delays, losing 41,000 hours in October alone. Discover the impact on patients and the call for an independent review.
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Man dies in Birmingham city centre medical emergency
A man has tragically died on Corporation Street in Birmingham city centre. West Midlands Ambulance Service confirms despite advanced life support, he was pronounced dead at the scene. Join BirminghamLive for breaking news.
Shearers raise £200k for Wales Air Ambulance
Cneifio Cylch's sheep shearing community has raised nearly £200,000 for Wales Air Ambulance over 14 years, funding 56 lifesaving missions across rural Wales. Discover their incredible story.
Storm Claudia: 9 Items for Your Car Before Friday
UK drivers urged to pack nine essential items as Storm Claudia's amber warning hits. Get the full checklist and expert advice for safe travel.
Prepare emergency kit for Storm Claudia, UK warned
The Met Office issues an amber warning as Storm Claudia brings flooding risk. Households are urged to prepare an emergency kit with 9 essential items before midday Friday.
Grandad, 83, sleeps on camp bed in 14-hour A&E ordeal
George Morris, 83, endured a 14-hour A&E wait where his family brought a camp bed for him to lie on. His daughter describes 'shameless' NHS conditions as pressure on emergency departments continues.
10-Minute Heart Attack Test Speeds Up A&E Diagnosis
A revolutionary bedside heart attack test delivers results in just 10 minutes, safely accelerating patient care and easing pressure on UK emergency departments.
Rare freezing rain predicted to hit UK this month
Weather maps reveal rare freezing rain phenomenon set to strike Scotland on November 21, with temperatures dropping to -2°C. Stay informed about potential travel disruption.
Inquest into Baby Death at Royal Stoke Hospital
An inquest is underway into the death of baby George Dosanjh, who died days after an emergency caesarean at Royal Stoke University Hospital in 2022. Read the latest details.
Bullring Chaos: Major Birmingham Road Closure Causes Gridlock
Birmingham city centre faces major disruption as Corporation Street closes for emergency works near the Bullring, causing significant traffic delays and alternative route challenges for drivers.
Emergency Cost of Living Packs Sent to UK Households
Vulnerable households nationwide are receiving emergency support packages containing essential items as fuel poverty reaches critical levels this winter.
Jackery Explorer 1000: Ultimate Portable Solar Power
Discover how the Jackery Explorer 1000 portable power station with solar panels provides reliable electricity for adventures, emergencies and outdoor work across the UK.
UK's 192-Hour Snow Bomb: 8-Day Winter Chaos Forecast
Britain faces an unprecedented 8-day snow event with temperatures plummeting to -15°C, triggering Met Office warnings and potential travel chaos across the Midlands and beyond.
Heart attack survivor inspires Marsden defibrillator
After surviving a cardiac emergency, a Marsden resident's powerful story has driven the community to install a new public access defibrillator, creating a safer future for all residents.
Survivor raises thousands for air ambulance that saved her
After a life-changing accident left her fighting for survival, Jessica Pearson has raised over £15,000 for the air ambulance service that saved her life - and she's not stopping there.
NHS Critical Incident: Birmingham Hospitals Overwhelmed
The NHS has declared a critical incident across Birmingham and Solihull as unprecedented demand pushes two major hospitals to breaking point, with patients facing 'extremely long waits' and ambulances queuing outside.
Met Office White Christmas 2024 Forecast Revealed
The Met Office has released its highly anticipated Christmas weather forecast, revealing which parts of the UK are most likely to wake up to snowfall on December 25th. Get the full breakdown of snow probabilities and regional predictions.
Vintage toys raise £11k for air ambulance
A remarkable collection of vintage toys and picture frames has generated an incredible £11,365 for the local air ambulance through dedicated community fundraising efforts.
M6 Crash: Three Critical in Birmingham Multi-Vehicle Collision
Emergency services rushed to a serious multi-vehicle collision on the M6 northbound between junctions 5 and 6, leaving three people with life-threatening injuries and causing major traffic disruption across the West Midlands.
M40 Crash: Four Hospitalised After Serious Collision
Emergency services rushed to the M40 in Oxfordshire after a multi-vehicle collision left four people requiring hospital treatment and caused extensive traffic delays during Friday evening rush hour.
Sports Centre Fire: Arrest After Major Midlands Blaze
A devastating fire has ripped through a Midlands sports facility, prompting a significant emergency response and subsequent arrest as authorities investigate the suspicious incident.
West Brom fans save Charlton supporter with CPR
In a remarkable display of humanity, West Bromwich Albion supporters united to perform life-saving CPR on a Charlton Athletic fan who collapsed during their Championship clash at The Hawthorns.
Solihull Road Closures Cause Major Traffic Disruption
Multiple key routes in Solihull face emergency closures, causing severe disruption for commuters and residents. Get live updates and alternative routes here.
Birmingham College Evacuated in Police Security Alert
A Birmingham college was abruptly evacuated as police responded to a serious security threat, with multiple emergency vehicles flooding the campus and students sent home.
Wales Air Ambulance Appeals for Ceredigion Volunteers
The vital Wales Air Ambulance service faces a critical shortage of volunteers in Ceredigion and is appealing for local heroes to step forward and support their life-saving missions across rural Wales.
MP: RNLI More Than Just Emergency Service
Conservative MP Marie Goldman praises the Royal National Lifeboat Institution's vital community role beyond emergency rescues, highlighting education and prevention work.
UK Weather: Arctic Blast Bringing -10C Deep Freeze
New weather maps reveal an alarming deep purple freeze descending on the UK, with temperatures potentially plummeting to -10C as an Arctic air mass sweeps across Britain, bringing widespread frost and icy conditions.
Hero Huntingdon train driver saves the day
A quick-thinking train driver from Huntingdon is being hailed as a hero after his courageous actions prevented a potential tragedy on the railway tracks, though he modestly insists he was 'just doing his job'.
Midlands school lockdown after armed police incident
A secondary school in the Midlands was placed on immediate lockdown as armed police responded to serious concerns about a individual in the community, prompting emergency safety measures.
A45 Gas Leak Closure Causes Birmingham Traffic Chaos
Emergency services rush to fix dangerous gas leak on key Birmingham route, causing major traffic disruption and road closures throughout Thursday.
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