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Westminster fire tragedy: Six children dead in house blaze

A catastrophic fire has claimed the lives of six children, including a two-month-old baby, in a Westminster apartment. Emergency services battled the blaze, but the victims were tragically pronounced dead at the scene.

Geelong Ute Destroyed in Dramatic Service Station Blaze

A ute was completely destroyed by a ferocious fire that erupted at a Smiths service station in Torquay, Victoria. Emergency crews battled the intense blaze, preventing a potential catastrophe. No injuries were reported.

Major Fire Erupts in Birmingham City Centre

Dramatic scenes in Birmingham as a massive fire engulfs a landmark building on Colmore Row, with over 70 firefighters battling the blaze. No casualties reported.

California Wildfires: Altadena Evacuates as Blaze Rages

A ferocious wildfire, fuelled by fierce Santa Ana winds, is tearing through the foothills of Altadena, California, forcing mass evacuations and threatening hundreds of homes. Emergency crews battle the blaze amid extreme fire conditions.

Water Bills to Rise by £19 a Year from April 2025

Households across England and Wales face an average £19 increase in their annual water bills starting April 2025, as regulator Ofwat approves the rise to fund critical infrastructure and environmental improvements.

MP's Office Destroyed in Westminster Blaze: Safety Fears Raised

Labour MP Sharon Hodgson's parliamentary office in Vermont House, Westminster, was severely damaged in a major fire. The blaze, which broke out in the early hours, has raised serious questions about fire safety in buildings housing MPs' offices. While no

Sydney Water misled public over PFAS in drinking water

A parliamentary committee has found Sydney Water provided inaccurate information about PFAS 'forever chemical' hotspots in drinking water catchments, raising serious concerns about transparency and public health safeguards.

Anglian Water hit with £2.65m Ofwat penalty

Anglian Water has been hit with a £2.65 million penalty by regulator Ofwat for missing key performance targets on pollution and customer service, impacting millions in the East of England.

Major Factory Fire in Liverpool Speke - Emergency Response

Emergency services are at the scene of a significant fire at a industrial unit on Dunlop Road in Speke, Liverpool. Multiple fire crews are working to contain the blaze, with residents urged to avoid the area and keep windows and doors closed due to large

Major Fire Erupts at BBC's Historic Television Centre

A significant fire broke out at the iconic BBC Television Centre in White City, London, triggering a massive response from over 70 firefighters and 10 fire engines. The blaze, which sent plumes of smoke over West London, is now under control with no repor

Major Tower Block Fire in White City, London

A significant fire broke out in a White City residential tower, prompting a massive response from the London Fire Brigade and Metropolitan Police. No casualties reported.

Major Fire Engulfs Witham Industrial Estate in Essex

A massive fire has torn through an industrial estate in Witham, Essex, sending plumes of thick black smoke across the county. Emergency services are on the scene as residents are urged to stay indoors and keep windows closed.

Major Fire in Dundee City Centre Near Riverside Drive

Emergency services are battling a significant fire at a commercial property on South Ward Road in Dundee city centre. Thick black smoke is billowing across the area, with residents urged to avoid the scene and keep windows closed.

Fire survivor's urgent warning: This device saved my family

A mother who escaped a devastating house fire issues a life-saving plea to all homeowners after a simple, inexpensive device gave her family crucial minutes to escape. Discover why this safety check could be the most important thing you do today.

Thames Water crisis deepens as Ofwat rejects 40% bill hike

Britain's largest water company, Thames Water, faces a deepening crisis after regulator Ofwat rejected its plea for a 40% bill increase. The decision raises the spectre of a temporary government takeover as the utility grapples with massive debt and urgen

Major Fire Erupts on Gloucester Industrial Estate

A massive fire has engulfed a commercial unit on an industrial estate in Moreton Valence, Gloucester, prompting a huge emergency service response. Thick, acrid smoke is visible for miles, with residents urged to avoid the area and keep windows and doors c

Ofwat Rejects Thames Water Bailout, Collapse Looms

Britain's water regulator, Ofwat, has dealt a crushing blow to Thames Water's recovery plan, rejecting its plea for higher bills and lenient penalties. This decision pushes the debt-laden utility, serving 16 million customers, closer to a potential govern

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