UK Flood Alert: 26 Areas Told to Prepare Emergency Kit
The Met Office warns heavy rain could cause surface water flooding in 26 UK regions. Households are urged to prepare an emergency kit with torches, batteries, and power packs before Thursday.
Category : Emergency Services
Midlands Flood Alert: Yellow Warning for Heavy Rain
The Met Office warns of flooding risk across Herefordshire and Worcestershire from Thursday, January 15. Check your flood risk and prepare an emergency kit now.
26cm Snow Blizzard to Hit 11 English Counties This Week
A major snow blast is forecast to sweep across the UK on January 15-16, with up to 26cm predicted for Scotland and 11 English counties on alert. Get the latest weather maps and travel warnings.
Met Office Ice Alert: 15-Hour Warning for Six UK Regions
The Met Office has issued a yellow ice warning for six parts of Scotland, urging residents to follow three key safety steps. The alert is in force from 7pm tonight until 10am Tuesday.
Major fire at Birmingham tower block forces evacuation
Residents evacuated after a fire broke out on the ninth floor of a Birmingham tower block. Seven fire crews attended. No injuries reported. Full details.
Seven fire crews tackle major Birmingham tower block fire
A major fire broke out on the ninth floor of a tower block in Hamstead, Birmingham, leading to a large-scale emergency response and resident evacuations.
Missing Woman Found in Frozen Sheffield Pond
Emergency crews cut through ice at Arbourthorne Pond to recover a body believed to be missing woman Eileen. Her family has been informed.
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.
Fire crews rush to rescue dogs from icy Shropshire lake
Four fire crews raced to Brown Moss Nature Reserve after two dogs fell through ice. The animals were safely out of the water when crews arrived. Read the full story.
Met Office: 'Real Likelihood' of Snow Next Week
The UK faces a severe weather battleground with freezing rain, flood risk, and potential snowfall. Get the latest Met Office warnings and travel advice.
Major Blizzard Forecast for UK, Bringing Snow to Birmingham & London
Fresh snow and blizzard conditions are forecast to hit the UK next week, with Birmingham and London in the path. Get the latest weather maps, timings, and safety advice.
85mph wind warning: 'Danger to life' alert issued
The Met Office has issued a severe yellow wind warning for parts of Britain, forecasting gusts up to 85mph that pose a 'danger to life' from flying debris. Stay informed and prepare for travel disruption.
Met Office warns of rare 'black ice' in 26 UK areas
A rare 'freezing rain' event is creating treacherous black ice across 26 UK regions. The Met Office warns of travel chaos and power cuts. Stay safe and check updates.
Met Office issues rare black ice warning for 26 UK areas
The Met Office has issued a rare warning for hazardous 'black ice' caused by freezing rain across 26 areas of the UK. A yellow weather alert for snow and ice is in effect. Read the full list of affected regions.
550+ Midlands Homes Without Power After Storm Goretti
More than 550 properties across the Midlands remain without electricity following heavy snowfall from Storm Goretti. National Grid engineers face challenging conditions as they work to restore power.
Amber Snow Warning: 12-Inch Blizzard Hits Scotland
The Met Office issues a rare amber warning for snow in Scotland as Storm Goretti's aftermath brings hazardous freezing rain and travel chaos nationwide. Stay informed on the latest weather updates.
UK freezing rain warning: 'extremely hazardous' conditions
The Met Office warns of rare freezing rain creating dangerous ice. Key areas in Scotland are named. Stay updated with the latest weather alerts and travel advice.
Met Office ice warning for Midlands as snow forecast
The Met Office has issued an 8-hour yellow warning for ice across the Midlands and Yorkshire. Disruption is expected on Sunday morning as rain and snow hit frozen surfaces.
Rare Freezing Rain Warning for West Midlands
A rare 'freezing rain' event is forecast to turn roads into ice rinks in Birmingham this Sunday. The Met Office warns of severe travel disruption and extended cold health alerts. Read the full forecast.
Five emergency workers hurt in Essex van collision
Three police officers and two paramedics were struck by a van while responding to a crash on the A130 in Essex. Two suffered serious injuries. Three men have been arrested.
Amber Snow Warning for 6 UK Areas on Sunday
The Met Office has issued an amber warning for heavy, persistent snow across six parts of Scotland this Sunday, with up to 30cm forecast. Travel disruption is expected.
Blizzard Warning: 30cm of Snow Forecast for UK Sunday
The Met Office issues an amber warning for heavy snow and blizzard conditions across Scotland, with up to 30cm forecast. Travel disruption and flooding risk expected.
Amber Snow Warning Issued for Parts of UK
The Met Office has issued an amber warning for snow, forecasting heavy falls and significant disruption to travel and power supplies across several regions. Read the full list of affected areas.
Freezing rain alert for West Midlands this Sunday
A rare and dangerous freezing rain event is forecast to hit Birmingham and the West Midlands early Sunday, creating instant black ice. Travel chaos and health warnings are in place. Read the full forecast.
Fresh 13-hour snow warning issued for Midlands
A new Met Office yellow warning for snow and ice covers Staffordshire and Derbyshire from 2am Sunday. Up to 30cm could fall, causing travel chaos and power cuts. Read the latest.
Dangerous freezing rain forecast for Midlands Sunday
The Met Office confirms a rare risk of 'freezing rain' across the Midlands on Sunday, January 11, warning of icy stretches and hazardous travel conditions. Read the full forecast.
Met Office issues 13-hour snow and ice alert for Midlands
The Met Office has issued a 13-hour yellow weather warning for snow and ice across the Midlands this Sunday. Up to 30cm of snow could fall on higher ground, with widespread icy conditions expected. Read the full forecast and affected areas.
Man dies in caravan as Storm Goretti tree falls
A man in his 50s was tragically killed in Helston, Cornwall, after a tree fell on his caravan during Storm Goretti's 99mph winds. Read the latest on the storm's devastating impact.
Man killed as Storm Goretti tree crushes caravan
A man in his 50s was found dead after a tree fell onto his caravan in Cornwall during Storm Goretti. Police confirm the death is not suspicious.
Fresh Snow and Ice Warnings After Storm Goretti
Fresh snow and ice warnings issued for Sunday as tens of thousands remain without power following Storm Goretti. Travel disruption continues across rail networks.
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