Minteh Doubt for Brighton's Premier League Opener
Brighton winger Yankuba Minteh is a doubt for the Premier League opener against Aston Villa after limping off in a friendly with a leg injury, awaiting scan results.
Category : Emergency Services
Fire Causes Panic on Birmingham Shopping Street
A fierce blaze behind shops on Washwood Heath Road in Ward End sparked panic, with 18 firefighters tackling the flames and the road closed both ways.
Farage arson case reopened in Widdecombe murder probe
Counter-terror police have reopened a 2025 investigation into an alleged arson attack at Nigel Farage's home, linked to the murder probe of Ann Widdecombe.
DfT warns drivers not to rely on new eCall tech before 2027
The Department for Transport warns that Next Generation eCall, fitted in new cars, may not work until March 2027, advising drivers to use mobile phones in emergencies.
Teen Hospitalised After Bilston Car Overturns
A teenager was taken to hospital after a car overturned in Bilston following a two-vehicle collision on Loxdale Street, with emergency services responding at 12:05pm.
Heatwave alert for West Midlands as temps to hit 33C
UKHSA issues yellow heat health alert for West Midlands as Met Office forecasts temperatures up to 33C next week, with risks to vulnerable people.
Man rushed to hospital after lake incident in Great Barr
A man was taken to hospital after an incident at a lake in Great Barr, West Midlands, on August 5. Ambulance crews, including HART, attended the scene near Nether Hall Avenue.
Woman dies in two-car crash on Perton Lane
A woman has died following a two-car crash in Stoke Edith, Herefordshire. Two others were injured but not seriously. Emergency services attended the scene.
Dad and daughter die in Newquay beach tragedy, inquest hears
John Collins, 66, and Samantha Collins, 32, from Doncaster, drowned at Fistral Beach, Newquay, after being swept into the sea while fishing, an inquest heard.
Essex Fire Service's Busiest Week in Four Years
Essex fire crews faced their busiest week in four years, handling over 2,000 calls and 500 incidents amid drought conditions, including major fires and explosions.
Man seriously hurt in Smethwick crash, car on fire
A man was seriously injured in a single-vehicle crash in Smethwick early Tuesday, with ambulance crews finding the car on fire. A second man who stopped to help was also injured.
Boy hurt in Dudley two-car crash rushed to hospital
A boy was rushed to Russells Hall Hospital with potentially serious injuries after a two-car crash on Priory Road, Dudley, at 2.45pm today.
Fire breaks out at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World in Telford
A fire has forced Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World in Telford to close on Monday 3 August, with no animals or staff injured and firefighters tackling the blaze.
Earthquake in Spain: 4.1 Magnitude Felt in Alicante
A 4.1 magnitude earthquake struck the Murcia region of Spain today, with tremors felt across Alicante, Benidorm and Albacete. No damage has been reported so far.
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Grassland Fire in Great Barr: Crews Bring Blaze
Firefighters from West Midlands Fire Service worked for several hours to control a large grassland fire in Great Barr, Birmingham. No injuries were reported.
Three wildfires hit Birmingham as drought fuels blazes
Three large wildfires hit Birmingham on Sunday, including an eight-crew blaze at Barr Beacon nature reserve, as drought conditions fuel tinder-dry grass
Two Helicopters Collide Fighting Greece Wildfires Rescue
Two helicopters collided in Greece while battling wildfires, prompting a search and rescue operation for four crew members near Psatha, Attica.
Drone footage shows scale of Perry Hall playing fields fire
Drone footage captures the devastation after a huge grassland fire tore through Perry Hall Playing Fields in Birmingham, with six fire crews at the scene.
Grassland fire in Great Barr prompts emergency response
A large grassland fire broke out in Great Barr, Birmingham, prompting a response from West Midlands Fire Service. No injuries were reported.
Six Fire Crews Respond to Birmingham Blaze
Six fire crews are tackling a blaze in Birmingham, with emergency services on the scene and residents advised to avoid the area as a precaution.
Birmingham Wildfire: Smoke Over Perry Hall Playing Fields
Large grassland fire breaks out at Perry Hall Playing Fields in Birmingham at 12.45pm on Sunday, August 2, sending plumes of smoke across the city.
Six crews tackle garden blaze in Birmingham cul-de-sac
Six fire crews tackled a blaze in the gardens of a Birmingham cul-de-sac. No injuries were reported, and the cause is now under investigation.
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Fire Crews Respond to Tree Fire in West Midlands Park
Fire crews have responded to a tree fire in a West Midlands park, with emergency services attending the scene. More details to follow shortly.
Six fire crews tackle late-night Birmingham garden blaze
Six fire crews are tackling a late-night blaze in several gardens in West Heath, Birmingham, after an alert just after 10.30pm. Residents told to avoid area.
Family feared death as earthquake hits Italian holiday villa
A family on holiday in Italy feared they were 'going to die' when a 4.7-magnitude earthquake rocked their villa in Pozzuoli, leaving walls cracked and debris everywhere.
Four Crews Fight Tree Fire at Meriden Adventure Park
Firefighters are battling a blaze in the trees at Meriden Adventure Park, with West Midlands Fire Service telling people to avoid the area while crews work.
Motorcyclist Dies in Crash; Police Appeal for Info
A motorcyclist has tragically died following a crash in Birmingham, and police are now appealing for any witnesses or drivers with dashcam footage to come forward.
Walsall man, 45, killed in three-car crash after taking drugs
A 45-year-old painter and decorator died at the scene of a three-car crash in Walsall after taking cocaine and cannabis, an inquest opening heard.
Fire on Cannock Chase: Major Incident Response
Firefighters battle a large blaze on Cannock Chase. The public is urged to avoid the area due to smoke. No casualties reported as crews work to contain the wildfire.
Missing 5-Year-Old Dies After Water Rescue
A five-year-old child has tragically died after being found in water in Birmingham following a missing person report. Emergency services conducted a search and discovered the child who was later pronounced dead.
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