Wolverhampton building collapse sparks road closure
Part of a building collapsed on Napier Road, Wolverhampton. One man was helped out but no injuries are reported. Road closed and nearby properties evacuated.
Part of a building collapsed on Napier Road, Wolverhampton. One man was helped out but no injuries are reported. Road closed and nearby properties evacuated.
A massive fire engulfed a carpet factory on the Tyseley Industrial Estate in Birmingham. Over 75 firefighters tackled the blaze. Avoid the area and keep windows closed.
Over 75 firefighters tackled a massive blaze at a Tyseley carpet storage unit. Road closures remain in place—public urged to avoid the area.
Amazon unveils a major FireOS update at CES, promising Fire TV Stick users a 20-30% performance boost and a sleek new interface. Discover the new features.
A massive fire has engulfed a carpet factory in Tyseley, Birmingham. Nearly 80 firefighters are on the scene. Residents are urged to avoid the area and keep windows closed.
A major fire has erupted in Tyseley, Birmingham, with 40 firefighters tackling the blaze. The public is urged to avoid the Seeleys Road area. Live updates.
Firefighters saved a husky from icy water at Manor Farm Park. The elderly owner's 999 call prevented a tragedy. Authorities warn of the dangers of frozen water.
West Midlands Fire Service issues urgent ice safety warning after children were photographed on a frozen Sutton Coldfield lake, urging parents to talk to kids about the lethal risks.
Children were photographed standing on dangerously thin ice at a Birmingham beauty spot, prompting urgent safety warnings from West Midlands Fire Service following past tragedies.
Birmingham's bins strike reaches a grim one-year milestone, with recycling collections suspended until at least June 2026. Residents face continued disruption.
Birmingham residents face months more wait for recycling as the bins strike hits its one-year milestone. Council confirms service transformation set for June 2026.
Shock as children seen venturing onto frozen Blackroot Pool in Sutton Park, Birmingham, with a bike. Fire service issues urgent warning after similar tragedies.
Emergency services launched a major search in a Wolverhampton canal after reports of a person in the water. Read the full details of the operation and outcome.
Fire, police and ambulance crews launched a major search of a Black Country canal in Wednesfield on Sunday night. No casualties were found. Follow for live updates.
UK fire chiefs urge households to unplug common devices like hair tools and air fryers before leaving home. This simple safety routine can prevent devastating fires, as one family's story shows.
A fire at Queen's Medical Centre's Emergency Department forced an evacuation on Friday night. The department was fully operational by Saturday afternoon with no casualties.
Charlotte Niddam, 15, a former pupil of a Hertfordshire school, is missing after a catastrophic fire at a New Year's party in Crans-Montana. The blaze, which may have been sparked by champagne bottle sparklers, has claimed at least 40 lives. Read the late
London Fire Brigade warns against burning Christmas trees, as January fires double. Learn safe recycling options and protect your community from preventable blazes.
A woman is fighting for her life after a tent was deliberately set on fire in Hanley town centre. Police are appealing for witnesses and footage of the New Year's Day incident.
A tiny kitten named Olivia Twist was saved from a Handsworth sewer in a complex RSPCA mission. Read the full story of her dramatic rescue and recovery.
The death toll from the Crans-Montana New Year's Eve fire has risen to 47. The first victim is named as 17-year-old golf prodigy Emanuele Galeppini. Read the latest updates.
UK police are cracking down on modified Amazon Fire Sticks in 17 areas. Users face fines up to £50,000 for illegal streaming. Learn the risks and legal alternatives.
A devastating fire at a Swiss Alps bar on New Year's Day has left dozens dead and scores injured. Read the latest eyewitness accounts and official reports on the tragedy.
Gloucestershire Police sergeant Tom Shearman pays tribute to his wife and two children, who died in a Boxing Day house fire in Brimscombe. Over £340,000 raised in support.
Twenty firefighters tackled a blaze on the sixth floor of a Birmingham high-rise on New Year's Eve. Two people were rescued from the Granville Street flat. Read the full report.
A devastating fire at Crans-Montana's Le Constellation bar during New Year's Eve celebrations has killed at least ten people. The popular resort is frequented by British tourists.
Birmingham City Council confirms major waste service changes from June 2026, including fortnightly general rubbish collections and new weekly food waste pickups. Learn the timeline and details.
A man has died following a house fire on Suthard Way in Hednesford, Staffordshire. Emergency services were called at 8.40am on December 24. Police confirm the death is not suspicious.
Exclusive data reveals a dramatic spike in UK wildfires during spring and summer 2025, with several regions seeing their highest-ever recorded numbers. Discover the regional breakdown and what it means.
A mother recounts the devastating Boxing Day fire that destroyed her home, caused by a coiled extension lead. She urges others to check their insurance and electrical safety. Read her story and learn the crucial fire safety lesson.