Discover how British engineers are harnessing the power of simulated lightning strikes to test and protect everything from aircraft to household electronics from nature's most powerful electrical forces.
A coronial inquest into the tragic death of a three-year-old boy in a Darwin social housing fire reveals faulty electrical wiring may have caused the blaze that claimed his young life.
Meteorologists forecast one of the most active Atlantic hurricane seasons in history, with up to 25 named storms predicted to form in coming months.
A man fights for his life after a massive tree toppled by Storm Amy smashed into his vehicle in North Yorkshire, as severe weather warnings continue across Britain.
B&M has issued an immediate product recall for multiple electrical items sold nationwide over serious safety concerns that could lead to fires or electric shocks.
Critical safety warning for dehumidifier owners as fire services reveal the deadly mistake thousands are making with their devices. Essential reading for every household.
A 31-year-old mother died instantly after being electrocuted while charging her mobile phone in the bath, prompting urgent electrical safety warnings from investigators.
UK consumers warned as multiple best-selling Amazon products, including hair straighteners and travel adaptors, are urgently recalled due to serious safety risks posing fire and electric shock dangers.
Exclusive report reveals how Storm Babet overwhelmed Suffolk's coastal defences, flooding homes and forcing dramatic rescues as Environment Agency faces scrutiny over climate preparedness.
Britain braces for weather chaos as nearly a month's worth of rain is set to deluge parts of the country within 24 hours. The Met Office issues severe flood alerts with travel disruption expected nationwide.
The Met Office has escalated its weather warning to amber for parts of Wales and South West England, forecasting severe gales, flooding, and significant disruption. Residents are urged to prepare for dangerous conditions.
The Met Office has escalated weather warnings to amber for parts of Wales and northwest England as Storm Fergus approaches, bringing potential for significant travel disruption, power cuts, and flooding risks across the UK.
A major product recall has been issued for Paris Hilton-branded mini fridges sold in the UK. The appliances pose a serious fire hazard due to faulty compressors. Here's how to check if you're affected and what to do.
The Met Office has issued severe weather warnings as violent storms packing 70mph winds and potential tornadoes are forecast to hit the UK. Discover which regions face the greatest risk and how to stay safe.
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The Met Office has escalated its weather warning to amber, forecasting destructive 70mph winds and heavy rain that pose a 'danger to life' across southern England and Wales. Travel chaos and power cuts expected.
A major UK electrical retailer faces a feminist backlash over a controversial promotion offering a full refund on purchases to women who fall pregnant within a month. Critics slam the 'free microwave' offer as deeply regressive and irresponsible.
A major electrical retailer sparks outrage with a controversial promotion offering female customers full refunds on appliances if they conceive within 30 days of purchase. Feminists and critics condemn the policy as 'deeply regressive' and 'patronising'.
The Met Office issues urgent weather warnings as a powerful sequence of storms from the North Atlantic takes aim at Scotland, threatening severe gales and travel disruption across the UK.
Severe weather warnings are in place across the UK as torrential rain and gale-force winds trigger widespread flooding, travel chaos, and power cuts. The Met Office warns of dangerous conditions continuing.
Sydney is battling a severe weather onslaught with torrential rain and destructive winds causing widespread disruption, flash flooding, and perilous conditions for commuters. The Bureau of Meteorology issues urgent warnings as the city braces for more cha
Severe weather warnings escalate across New South Wales as a tornado touches down near Sydney, causing significant damage and triggering life-threatening flash flooding. Residents urged to stay indoors.
A state of emergency has been declared across New Jersey following catastrophic flash flooding, with dramatic rescues in Trenton and widespread travel chaos after a month's worth of rain fell in hours.
Exclusive: A Manchester mother's nightmare ordeal as electrical sparks from an upstairs flat ignite a major fire safety scare, exposing potential landlord negligence and leaving a family in fear.
Shocking footage captures a man swimming through the deluged streets of Benidorm as severe flooding submerges cars and wreaks havoc across Spain and Italy. The extreme weather event brings travel chaos and prompts urgent safety warnings.
The Met Office issues its verdict on Storm Pierrick's aftermath, with new Atlantic weather systems set to bring further heavy rain and strong winds, sparking fresh flood warnings across the UK.
States of Emergency declared in South Carolina and Wyoming as forecasters warn of 'life-threatening' flash flooding and severe storms set to batter both regions.
A UK mother was left stunned after walking in on her children attempting a dangerous viral TikTok trend involving electrical devices in the bathroom. The urgent warning for parents.
The UK Environment Agency has issued severe 'danger to life' flood warnings across England, with Storm Henk triggering widespread travel chaos and property damage. Urgent advice issued to public.