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9 November 2026
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Slade Walk fire

Breaking news: Clapham Road closed as four fire crews battle Slade Walk blaze

Four fire crews are currently battling a blaze on Slade Walk, off Clapham Road, to prevent it spreading to a nearby three-storey property. Drivers are advised to avoid Clapham Road...
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Twinwoods Business Park reopens following fire but three buildings completely destroyed

Twinwoods Business Park near Bedford has now reopened following the huge blaze that began on Friday (1 November), completely destroying three buildings.
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BREAKING NEWS: Five fire engines attend blaze at Twinwoods Business Park

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescure have confirmed that they are attending a large fire at Twinwoods Business Park on the outskirts of Bedford.
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Lurke Street fire latest: Lidl to reopen this afternoon

Beds Fire and Rescue have confirmed that the fire on Lurke Street is under control and that Lidl will reopen this afternoon.
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Fire sweeps through nightclub on Lurke Street, Bedford

Bedfordshire Fire Service say the fire at Six's nightclub on Lurke Street started in an air conditioning unit in the roof of the building. Four pumps were called to the scene...
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Bedford’s high rise buildings to recieve safety check from local Fire Service

How safe are Bedford's high rise buildings? Fire Service set to complete extensive safety checks to prevent the tragedy that hit Grenfell Tower...
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Man charged with arson after fires in Kempston and Bromham

Alex Gentry, of no fixed address, was charged today with two counts of arson and one count of arson with intent to endanger life following three separate incidents in...
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Man arrested on suspicion of arson in Kempston and Bromham

Officers have arrested a man on suspicion of arson in connection with three separate incidents in Kempston and Bromham, which took place in the...
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Fire at Bedford’s North Wing Hospital

A fire has broken out at Bedford's North Wing Hospital. We're on the scene and will bring you regular updates as we have them...
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Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service is effective but needs improvement

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service (BFRS) has been told it is effective at keeping people safe from fire and other emergencies, but it needs to become more affordable and reduce...
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