There are reports of a fire causing issues with visibility on the A30 in Cornwall this afternoon. The fire is reported to be on the verge of the A30, at Avers Junction in Redruth. Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service is on the scene, and further
A drought has been declared across the south west. The National Drought Group, made up of government officials, water companies and other groups including the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) met this morning and announced the drought at 12 noon today
Police are making people smile after officers confirmed that a man seen being bundled into the boot of a car was in no danger. Earlier this week, Gloucestershire Police had issued an urgent appeal for witnesses after a man had been seen being locked
The number 13 was definitely unlucky for Cornwall's firefighters yesterday (Thursday) as that's how many shouts they had. The majority were fires in the open - but a bullock stuck in a pool did at least offer the opportunity for a few of the firefighters
A red alert for fire has been issued for Dorset and Wiltshire - the highest possible level. Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is urging farmers to take extra care as the heatwave and dry land are the perfect combination for sparks to
There has been a spate of trailer theft across Gloucestershire this past week. At least seven thefts were reported between Monday (August 8) and Wednesday (August 10) in the Shuthonger and Forthampton areas of Tewkesbury as well as Sandhurst, Southam
Residents cheered as plans for up to 161 new homes in Fremington were rejected. Objectors presented a petition with over 1,400 names and more than 265 people wrote individual letters opposing the development, writes Philip Churm, Local Democracy
