Eight English counties face blizzard as temperatures plunge
A UK snow bomb intensifies to a blizzard, with eight counties set for wintry hits from Dec 27. Temperatures to drop to -2C. Full forecast and county list here.
Category : Emergency Services
Major Factory Fire in Birmingham Jewellery Quarter
Over 30 firefighters battled a significant blaze in a derelict Birmingham factory. Six crews attended the scene on Barr Street. Read the latest updates on the incident.
Three-Storey Factory Blaze in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter
A major fire broke out at a derelict three-storey building on Barr Street, Birmingham. Road closures are in place as multiple fire crews tackle the blaze. Avoid the area.
Met Office Amber Warning: Storm Bram Brings 'Danger to Life'
The Met Office has issued urgent Amber weather warnings for northern England and southwest Scotland as Storm Bram hits. Forecasters warn of a 'danger to life' from 90mph gusts and over 200mm of rain. Residents urged to prepare.
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Huge Birmingham scrap yard fire involves 300 tonnes of metal
A major fire involving 300 tonnes of scrap metal erupted in Birmingham's Hockley area. 35 firefighters battled the blaze, with residents warned to keep windows closed. Read the full details.
UK snow bomb alert expands to eight counties
Fresh weather maps show a 'snow bomb' is set to hit eight counties across northern England on December 21. Find out the latest forecast and travel warnings.
Birmingham scrap metal fire: 35 firefighters tackle huge blaze
Up to 35 firefighters battled a major fire involving 300 tonnes of scrap metal waste in Hockley, Birmingham. Park Road remains closed as crews work to extinguish hotspots.
Major Birmingham fire sends toxic smoke over Lozells
Up to seven crews tackled a major waste fire on a Hockley industrial estate. Residents warned to keep windows closed as smoke spreads. Read the latest updates.
Major Bloxwich Fire Prompts 'Avoid Area' Warning
A major fire ripped through a commercial building in Bloxwich, Walsall. West Midlands Fire Service deployed ten crews. No casualties reported. Read the latest.
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M5 death: Teen tasered by police before fatal collision
An 18-year-old was fatally struck on the M5 moments after a police officer discharged a Taser. The IOPC is investigating the tragic incident near Weston-super-Mare.
Major Walsall fire at unit 'full of fireworks'
A huge fire at a Walsall industrial unit, believed to be full of fireworks, caused explosions and major damage. 55 firefighters were deployed. No injuries reported. Read the latest.
Major Walsall Fire Involving Fireworks Contained
A major fire at a Walsall industrial unit, believed to contain fireworks, caused explosions. 55 firefighters responded. No injuries reported. Read the latest updates.
Major Walsall fire at storage unit full of fireworks
A major fire erupted at a Walsall storage unit containing fireworks, requiring 55 firefighters. Pleck Road was closed. No injuries reported. Read the latest updates.
Explosion at Walsall unit full of fireworks forces firefighter to run
Dramatic footage shows a firefighter fleeing a massive explosion at a Walsall industrial unit packed with fireworks. 55 crews battled the blaze. Read the latest updates.
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Major Walsall fire causes fireworks explosion
A major fire at a Walsall storage unit containing fireworks led to dramatic explosions. Pleck Road remains closed as emergency services continue operations.
Walsall fireworks storage unit fire tackled by 11 crews
A major fire involving a storage unit understood to contain fireworks is burning on a Walsall industrial estate. Eleven fire engines are at the scene. Follow live updates.
Eight English counties face 'massive chunk' of snow Friday
The UK faces heavy snow this Friday, December 5th, with eight counties in England and parts of Scotland on alert. Get the latest forecast details and travel warnings here.
Fire near Birmingham New Street Station, city centre
Emergency services are tackling a building fire in Birmingham city centre this morning, close to New Street station and Grand Central. Video shows smoke billowing. More details to follow.
UK Snow Bomb to Hit 11 Counties, Including Birmingham
Maps from WX Charts show a major snow event is set to strike the UK, with 11 counties from Durham to Warwickshire bracing for disruption. Get the latest forecast details.
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Three paramedics hurt in Cheshire ambulance crash
Three North West Ambulance Service paramedics were injured, two seriously, after their vehicle crashed while responding to an emergency. Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident near Crewe.
Lorry fire in Perry Barr extinguished by crews
West Midlands firefighters raced to a truck blaze on College Road, Perry Barr. No injuries reported. Read the full incident report and traffic update.
330-Mile Snow Bomb to Hit UK on December 5
A 330-mile-wide snow front is set to hammer parts of the UK from 3pm on December 5, with Wales and Scotland worst-hit. Get the latest forecast and travel warnings here.
Three-day snow forecast for 10 UK counties
New weather maps predict snow for 10 counties across England and Scotland from Dec 5-7. Get the latest details on affected areas and current severe rain warnings.
Man, 18, dies after leaving ambulance on M5
An 18-year-old man has died after being struck by a car on the M5. The incident occurred after he exited an ambulance on the northbound carriageway. Read the full report.
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Man found dead in Cannock as police launch investigation
A man in his 40s was pronounced dead on Longford Road, Cannock, after a major emergency service response. Police are investigating the unexplained death and appealing for witnesses.
M6 closed for hours after woman dies near Coventry
A woman was pronounced dead on the M6 southbound near Coventry, leading to a major motorway closure for several hours. Emergency services attended the tragic scene.
Man dies after falling overboard from yacht in Channel
A man has died after falling from a vessel off the Sussex coast. Coastguard led a major search operation after the incident near the Rampion Wind Farm. Read the latest details.
Met Office Amber Warning for Heavy Rain and Flooding
The Met Office issues an amber weather warning for heavy rain across the UK, forecasting a month's rainfall in 24 hours and a potential 'danger to life'. Stay informed on flood alerts and safety advice.
5cm of snow forecast for parts of England this Friday
Fresh snowfall of up to 5cm is predicted for parts of England and Scotland by Friday, December 5. Get the latest weather maps and Met Office forecast details here.
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Month's rain in 24 hours as Met Office issues warning
The Met Office warns of a month's rainfall in 24 hours, triggering amber and yellow warnings. Expect flooding, transport chaos, and power cuts. Prepare your flood kit now.
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