Major Flooding in Islington After Burst Water Main Forces Evacuations

Ten fire engines and around 70 firefighters were called to tackle significant flooding in Canonbury Street, Islington, after a 36-inch water main burst late on Sunday night. The incident, which began at around 10:04pm, left floodwater up to 44cm deep affecting multiple streets, including Canonbury Street, Essex Road, Elmore Street, Halliford Street, and Ecclesbourne Road. […]

M4 Closed Eastbound in Berkshire Following Serious Collision

M4 Closed Eastbound in Berkshire Following Serious Collision

A serious collision has forced the closure of the M4 eastbound between Junction 13 (Chieveley Interchange – Newbury, Oxford A34) and Junction 12 (Theale Interchange – Reading (W) A4). Emergency services, including Thames Valley Police, South Central Ambulance Service, Royal Berkshire Fire & Rescue, and National Highways Traffic Officers, remain at the scene. The road […]