Yorkshire Water faces a fierce backlash from residents and environmentalists over its emergency proposal to extract millions of litres from the already depleted River Wharfe, a move branded an 'ecological disaster' for the region.
A desperate rescue mission to save a dolphin stranded in a Cornish river ends in heartbreak as the marine mammal succumbs to its injuries, despite the heroic efforts of medics and wildlife experts.
A 15-year-old boy is being hailed a hero after plunging into the River Thames to save a 54-year-old man from drowning in a daring midday rescue. The dramatic incident unfolded near Westminster, sparking a major emergency response.
A desperate rescue mission for a Polish climber with a broken leg on Pakistan's Nanga Parbat has been abandoned due to treacherous conditions, sparking anguish and controversy.
In a world-first emergency operation, French mountain rescuers used a drone-deployed zipline to save an injured Israeli hiker stranded on a treacherous Pyrenees peak near the Spanish border.
A catastrophic rain bomb has unleashed chaos across New South Wales, with Sydney facing its worst flooding in decades. Evacuation orders are in force as rivers burst banks, threatening homes and critical infrastructure. Full details on the unfolding crisi
Discover the stunning European city where a colossal river creates an international divide, placing one half in Germany and the other in Switzerland, complete with two separate currencies and time zones.
A woman was dramatically rescued from the freezing River Darwen in Blackburn after falling in near Witton Park. Quick-thinking members of the public formed a human chain to save her before emergency services arrived.
A daring salvage expert, using his unique skills and a refurbished boat, becomes an unlikely hero after rescuing multiple victims from a critical incident in Central London, earning praise from emergency services.
A British climber's solo ascent of Peru's highest peak turns into a desperate fight for survival after a catastrophic fall leaves her stranded at 22,000ft in -15C temperatures. Read the incredible story of the high-altitude helicopter rescue mission that
Emergency services race against time after a car veers off a bridge and into the River Ogwen in Gwynedd. One man is rescued and taken to hospital following the dramatic incident near Bethesda.
A quick-thinking police officer risked his life to save a baby dangling from a fourth-floor balcony in a dramatic rescue caught on camera.
A heart-stopping rescue mission unfolded in Wisconsin as emergency crews saved a dog stranded in freezing river currents. Watch the gripping footage.
Dramatic CCTV footage shows a man plunging into the River Thames in Beaconsfield, Berkshire, sparking a swift emergency response. Read the full story.
A courageous pilot managed to safely land a helicopter on an active volcano after suffering a heart attack mid-flight, saving the lives of tourists onboard before tragically succumbing to his condition.
A helicopter crash-landed onto a barge in the Mississippi River near Alton, Missouri, triggering a large-scale emergency response. Authorities are investigating the cause of the incident.
A courageous 17-year-old used his last burst of energy to rescue his family from a devastating house fire, sacrificing his own life in the process. Read his heartbreaking yet inspiring story.
A quick-thinking brother jumped into action to save his younger sister after she fell into a fast-flowing river, showcasing incredible bravery in a life-or-death moment.
A dramatic rescue mission unfolded as cavers descended into a 90ft-deep fissure to save a stranded sheep in the Yorkshire Dales. Read the full story of bravery and teamwork.
Emergency services saved multiple individuals who ventured onto the frozen Hudson River near New York City, only to fall through the ice in a dramatic rescue operation.
A loyal dog became a lifesaver when he guided emergency crews through dense fog to reach his injured owner in a heart-stopping rescue operation.
The River Test, one of England's most iconic chalk streams, has been granted legal rights by Hampshire County Council, marking a landmark moment for environmental protection in the UK.
Shocking video captures the heroic moment Metropolitan Police officers rescue a man from plunging into the River Thames from Westminster Bridge.
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A quick-thinking police officer is hailed a hero after rescuing a driver suffering a heart attack behind the wheel. Watch the heart-stopping moment caught on dashcam.
A quick-thinking firefighter is being hailed a hero after rescuing a trapped driver from a burning vehicle following a serious collision in Somerset.
A lost hiker was rescued from a remote California forest after leaving an SOS note for rangers. The desperate plea led to a swift search operation and a happy ending.
An elderly man was dramatically rescued from Snowdon after spending a night stranded in sub-zero temperatures. Read the full story of his harrowing ordeal and the heroic efforts of mountain rescuers.
A quick-thinking father from Newcastle rescued his family after a cooking fire spiralled out of control. Read how his bravery averted disaster.