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Firefighters Tackle Blaze on Railway Tracks Near Gravesend Railway Station

Multi-Vehicle Crash on A2 Near Canterbury: Emergency Services Respond to Major Incident

Kent Fire and Rescue Service sprang into action following reports of a fire on railway tracks near Gravesend railway station on Rathmore Road. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, prompted a swift response from emergency services to prevent potential disruption to rail services and ensure public safety. A total of six fire […]

Fatal Crash on M25 Leads to Arrests as Investigation Commences

Fatal Crash on M25 Leads to Arrests as Investigation Commences

Tragedy struck on the M25 near West Thurrock as a collision between a car and a motorcycle claimed the life of a motorcyclist late on Sunday night. Essex Police responded to the incident, which occurred at junction 30 of the motorway at approximately 11.40pm Prior to the crash, the car involved was reportedly engaged in […]

Emergency Response in Maidstone After Reports of Person Falling Into River Medway

Emergency Response in Maidstone After Reports of Person Falling Into River Medway

Emergency services rushed to the scene near Bishops Way in Maidstone town centre following reports of a person possibly falling into the River Medway. The incident unfolded shortly before 1 p.m., prompting a swift response from both police and the fire service. Upon arrival, responders discovered clothing at the scene, indicating that someone may have […]

Soldier Found Dead in River Bound by Ropes Under a Boat, Inquest Told

Soldier Found Dead in River Bound by Ropes Under a Boat, Inquest Told

The body of Charlie Saywell, a 25-year-old soldier described by friends as a “true role model,” was discovered in the River Medway near Chatham on Tuesday, March 5. A worker noticed his mud-covered body around 10:50 at Turks Shipyard. Emergency services, including police, paramedics, the fire service, and HM Coastguard, responded to the scene, but […]

Firefighters Tackle Flat Fire in Deal

Multi-Vehicle Crash on A2 Near Canterbury: Emergency Services Respond to Major Incident

Kent Fire and Rescue Service responded to reports of a flat fire in St Leonards Road, Deal, on Saturday, February 10, 2024, prompting a swift and coordinated emergency response. The alarm was raised at just before 7pm leading to the deployment of three fire engines to the scene. Firefighters, equipped with essential breathing apparatus, swiftly […]

Fire Engulfs Commercial Premises in Dartford

Serious Car Crash in Canterbury: One Person Rescued and Treated by Paramedics

Kent Fire and Rescue Service swiftly responded to reports of a fire at commercial premises on Lowfield Street, Dartford, in the early hours of Saturday, February 10, 2024. The alarm was raised at 1.43am, prompting the dispatch of four fire engines to the scene. Firefighters equipped with breathing apparatuses worked diligently to combat the blaze, […]

UK Fire Services Honour Late Wayne Brown Amidst Investigation

UK Fire Services Honour Late Wayne Brown Amidst Investigation

Leading firefighters from across the country have paid tribute to Wayne Brown, the West Midlands Fire Chief, who was found dead at his home amidst an investigation into allegations that he had falsified his CV, claiming to hold a master’s degree and having played for Charlton Athletic, to secure his £180,000-a-year position. Wayne Brown had […]

An arrest has been made after a woman was assaulted in a chemical incident in Orpington

An arrest has been made after a woman was assaulted in a chemical incident in Orpington – UKNIP

An arrest has been made after a woman was assaulted in a chemical incident in Orpington.

Metropolitan Police and London Fire Brigade were called to Riverside Court at 9.55am yesterday (January 23).

A woman was found with head injuries, and she reported that a glue-like substance had been left on her door.

A search of the building was carried out by the brigade and four flats were evacuated as a precaution.

The fire brigade confirmed the substance was not hazardous.

A man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of assault and criminal damage, and remains in custody.
Police enquiries into the circumstances continue.

The incident was over for fire crews just before 11.45pm.

Riverside Court can be seen partially cordoned off by police officers in pictures as the incident is was dealt with.

Firefighters from Sidcup, Bexley, and Bethnal Green Fire Station attended the scene.

A spokesperson for Metropolitan Police said: “Police were called at approximately 09:55hrs on Tuesday, 23 January by a woman who reported she had been assaulted and a glue-like substance put on her door in High Street, Orpington.
“Officers and London Ambulance Service attended and the woman was assessed at the scene for a head injury.

“LFB attended and confirmed the substance was not hazardous.
“A man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of assault and criminal damage, and remains in custody.
“Enquiries into the circumstances continue.”

A spokesperson for London Fire Brigade said: “Firefighters were called to a report of a chemical incident on High Street, Orpington.”

“Crews carried out a sweep of the building, and four flats were evacuated as a precaution whilst firefighters conducted their work.”

“The Brigade was first called at 0951, and the incident was over for crews at 1144.

“Firefighters from Sidcup, Bexley and Bethnal Green Fire Station attended the scene.”

Candle Sparks Bathroom Fire in Chatham

Candle Sparks Bathroom Fire in Chatham

An accidental fire in a Chatham residence was triggered by a fallen candle that ignited a clothes air dryer, resulting in clothing catching fire. The incident occurred in a home on Salisbury Road, prompting the response of two fire engines and the South East Coast Ambulance Service (SECAmb). Firefighters equipped with breathing apparatus rapidly extinguished […]

A man has been jailed after setting fire to a property in Swindon.

A Man Has Been Jailed After Setting Fire To A Property In Swindon.

Adam Ramsey, 35, of Downton Road, Penhill, pleaded guilty to arson with recklessness as to whether life was endangered after setting fire to the property where he was living. He was sentenced yesterday (07/11) to three years and four months imprisonment. On July 21 this year, Ramsey poured fuel over the carpet of the property […]

Specialist USAR Teams Mobilised to Assist at Scene of M4 HGV Horror Collision

Specialist Usar Teams Mobilised To Assist At Scene Of M4 Hgv Horror Collision

In the aftermath of a devastating accident on the M4 near Chippenham, where a lorry overturned, leaving multiple individuals with life-changing injuries, specialist Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) teams have been called in to bolster emergency efforts and assist in the complex recovery operation. The harrowing incident unfolded on the eastbound carriageway of the M4, […]

Wiltshire Police is rated ‘inadequate’

Wiltshire Police Is Rated 'inadequate'

The Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) has released a report on their most recent inspection of Wiltshire Police as part of the Police Efficiency, Effectiveness, and Legitimacy (PEEL) programme. Wiltshire Police is rated ‘inadequate’ in the report for our ability to respond to the public, protect vulnerable people, and […]

Wiltshire Police is rated ‘inadequate’ – (ID 528416)

Wiltshire Police Is Rated 'inadequate'

The Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) has released a report on their most recent inspection of Wiltshire Police as part of the Police Efficiency, Effectiveness, and Legitimacy (PEEL) programme. Wiltshire Police is rated ‘inadequate’ in the report for our ability to respond to the public, protect vulnerable people, and […]

Sadly the combine harvester could not be saved but the quick actions of the firefighters prevented the fire from spreading too far into the crop fields

Sadly The Combine Harvester Could Not Be Saved But The Quick Actions Of The Firefighters Prevented The Fire From Spreading Too Far Into The Crop Fields

The combine harvester was well alight on arrival and the fire was spreading to the surrounding crop fields so further assistance of a water carrier from Andover Fire Station and a fire engine from Fordingbridge Fire Station was requested. Sadly although the combine harvester could not be saved the quick actions of the firefighters prevented […]

Police are appealing for the public’s help in tracing those responsible for suspected arson at a block of flats in Salisbury last night (25/07) which put the lives of vulnerable elderly residents at risk

Police Are Appealing For The Public’s Help In Tracing Those Responsible For Suspected Arson At A Block Of Flats In Salisbury Last Night (25/07) Which Put The Lives Of Vulnerable Elderly Residents At Risk

A fire appears to have been deliberately started in the stairwell of the block of flats in Tintern Court, The Friary, Salisbury at about 10pm last night (25/07)  Crews from Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service were able to extinguish the fire, which had spread to the first floor and affected three of the […]

“Ff Rigby was the hero of the moment”

"ff Rigby Was The Hero Of The Moment"

 A crew from Warminster were mobilised to rescue a fox cub in Portway this evening that had got itself stuck within the brickwork of a wall.  The RSPCA were also on scene to take care of the cub after it was released by the fire fighters from Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and rescue.

Throughout January and February this year, following public concern regarding the safety of roads during this most recent lockdown, Wiltshire Police have undertaken six weeks of increased road safety activity

Throughout January and February this year, following public concern regarding the safety of roads during this most recent lockdown, Wiltshire Police have undertaken six weeks of increased road safety activity – UKNIP

  In a continued effort to address public concerns of the standard of driving during lockdown across the county, a proactive approach to enforcement saw 136 individuals arrested on suspicion of driving offences, including 88 drug driving offences and 84 drink driving offences*, with 20 disqualified drivers stopped.In the last two weeks of the activity […]