Wildfires continue to burn in mid-Wales beauty spots
Firefighters have been battling wildfires in the Elan Valley area of Powys, mid-Wales, since Sunday.The Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service has deployed a helicopter to drop water on high-risk areas as the fires continue to spread.The National Trust Cymru has closed the Hafod Estate to the public as a precautionary measure.Fire crews are actively responding to fires near Claerwen Reservoir and Teifi Pools and have urged the public to avoid visiting these areas.Local shepherd Glyndwr Jones described the situation as "quite frightening," expressing concern for local farms and livestock, especially lambs that have been on the hills... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Apr 2026 18:02 LONDON
Woman found guilty of murdering sister in Camden home
Nancy Pexton has been found guilty of murdering her sister Jennifer Abbott Dauward in a Camden flat.The attack occurred on 10 June last year, with Abbott found dead three days later by a neighbour who broke down the door.Abbott, also known as Sarah Steinberg, was discovered with multiple stab and slash wounds and gaffer tape over her mouth.Her corgi was trapped in the kitchen and was rescued by firefighters.Pexton was arrested five days after the body was found when Abbott's diamond-encrusted gold Rolex watch was recovered from her bag.The victim's son described a history of resentment between the sisters.The case... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Apr 2026 12:31 LONDON
Third Ukrainian drone strike hits Russian Black Sea oil refinery causing massive fire
The Tuapse oil refinery on Russia's Black Sea coast has been struck by Ukrainian drones for the third time this month, resulting in a massive fire and the evacuation of nearby residents.Local officials confirmed the incident on April 28, 2026.More than 160 firefighters were deployed to combat the blaze, with Krasnodar regional governor Veniamin Kondratyev describing their efforts as "true heroism" amid extremely difficult conditions.No casualties have been reported so far.Authorities ordered evacuations of residents living near the refinery due to toxic smoke from the fire.A temporary evacuation centre was established in a local school, and officials urged people to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Apr 2026 16:32 LONDON
Woman released on bail after fatal house fire kills two children in Wolverhampton
A house fire in Wolverhampton resulted in the deaths of two young boys aged one and three.Emergency services were called to the blaze on Mason Street at around 20:30 BST on Friday.Firefighters entered the property and rescued the children, but the two boys died at the scene.A woman in her 30s was arrested on suspicion of causing or allowing the deaths and has since been released on police bail.Two other children and a woman were already out of the house before emergency services arrived; they were checked by ambulance staff but did not require hospital treatment.Detective Chief Inspector Kylie Westlake... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Apr 2026 17:32 LONDON
Arson fire destroys Milton Keynes LGBTQ+ nightclub; man arrested
A fire caused by arson destroyed the Pink Punters nightclub, a popular LGBTQ+ venue in Milton Keynes, in the early hours of Sunday morning.Firefighters were called to the scene at around 2:09 BST and quickly evacuated patrons from the building.Thames Valley Police arrested a 51-year-old man from Milton Keynes on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life.He remains in custody as investigations continue.No injuries were reported during the incident.Chief Superintendent Emma Baillie praised the swift and effective evacuation carried out by venue staff and emergency services.Nearby roads were closed and are expected to remain so for some time.The fire... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Apr 2026 15:01 LONDON
Woman Arrested After Two Children Die in Wolverhampton House Fire
Two young boys, aged one and three, died in a house fire in Wolverhampton on Friday evening.Emergency services were called to the blaze on Mason Street at around 20:30 BST.Firefighters entered the property and rescued children, but the two boys died at the scene.West Midlands Police confirmed that a woman in her 30s was arrested on suspicion of causing or allowing the deaths of the two children.She remains in custody as the investigation continues.Two other children and a woman were already outside the house before emergency services arrived; they were checked by ambulance staff but did not require hospital treatment.The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Apr 2026 17:32 LONDON
Two children die in house fire in Wolverhampton
Two young children died in a house fire in Wolverhampton on Friday evening.Emergency services were called to a property on Mason Street at about 20:30 BST.Firefighters from West Midlands Fire Service entered the house and rescued the children, but they were pronounced dead at the scene despite emergency care.Two other children and a woman had already escaped the house before emergency services arrived.They were checked by West Midlands Ambulance Service but did not require hospital treatment.The fire caused extensive damage to the property, which has been cordoned off by West Midlands Police.Police have established a cordon around the scene as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Apr 2026 10:04 LONDON
