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.
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.
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.
A Staffordshire nightclub bouncer knocked a man unconscious during a works Christmas party. Jordan Shay received a suspended sentence for the vicious assault. Read the full court details.
A mother and her two young children died in a Boxing Day house fire in Gloucestershire. Her husband, a police officer, survived after a desperate rescue attempt. Read the full story.
Staffordshire firefighters warn of deadly e-bike and e-scooter fires. Learn crucial safety tips for charging and storing lithium-ion batteries to protect your home and family.
A mother and her two young children, aged 4 and 7, have died in a horrific house fire on Brimscombe Hill, Stroud, in the early hours of Boxing Day. The father, a police officer, escaped. Read the full story.
Staffordshire Police have identified a man after a CCTV appeal following the death of a woman in a Stoke-on-Trent doorway. Read the latest on this investigation.
A Nuneaton family had a lucky escape after a child's bedroom filled with toxic smoke from a charger fire. Firefighters issue a stark warning about 'daisy chaining' extension leads. Check your electricals now.
A major Birmingham road was closed for hours after a building fire required 20 firefighters. Read about the disruption and bus diversions.
Three people remain unaccounted for after a devastating house fire on Brimscombe Hill, Stroud, in the early hours of Boxing Day. One person was hospitalised. Emergency services are on the scene.
Amazon Fire TV Stick users are being warned they could be hit with a £1,000 fine for a common TV Licence error. Authorities are stepping up checks from December 2025. Check if you're covered.
Firefighters demonstrate the dangerous mistake that can cause a turkey to burst into flames. Learn their crucial safety tips for a hazard-free Christmas dinner.
Heart-stopping rescue as South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue save a dog named Lucky from steep River Dearne banks. Read the full story of the community effort.
A major incident was declared in Shropshire after a huge sinkhole breached the Llangollen Canal, swallowing three narrowboats. Emergency services evacuated residents with no casualties reported. Read the latest update.
A major incident in Whitchurch after a canal bank collapse creates a 50m sinkhole, trapping three boats. Emergency services respond. No injuries reported.
A four-year-old Cocker Spaniel named Holly has joined West Midlands Fire Service as an accelerant detection dog. She will help uncover evidence in deliberate fires. Read her story.
Our review of Avatar: Fire and Ash finds James Cameron's visual spectacle battling a convoluted plot and epic runtime. Should he have made Terminator 2029 instead?
Plans for a major 99MW battery energy storage system in Staffordshire have been unanimously refused by councillors following nearly 150 objections over fire risks and Green Belt impact. Read the full story.
Asda has urgently recalled specific George at Home cushions sold since 2023 due to a potential fire hazard. Customers are urged to return items for a full refund.
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.