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Five vehicles were involved in a collision on Dickson Road in Blackpool town centre, Lancashire Police have confirmed.

Police update after 5 vehicles involved in collision in town centre

Lancashire Police believe a body found in marshland off the coast between Lytham and Warton is that of missing woman Eren Wright.

Breaking Police issue major update on search for missing woman as body found

Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service have issued a major update on a house fire in Thornton.

Lancashire Fire & Rescue issue new update on injuries after house fire

Two Lytham St Annes RNLI lifeboats were launched after a man sailing his yacht from Holyhead to Preston Dock could not be contacted, prompting concern from his family and HM Coastguard.

RNLI rescues unwell yacht skipper travelling from Holyhead to Preston

Coastguard crews were called to a missing person search and a separate incident in Cleveleys as the aftermath of Storm Boelo continued to affect the Fylde coast.

Coastguard missing person update as cars engulfed by Storm Boelo foam

Lytham Coastguard has been carrying out a series of training sessions over recent weeks to maintain its rescue skills and ensure team members are prepared for a range of challenging situations.

'We've been very busy ' - Coastguard rescue operations update

16-year-old Cohen Mahmood who has tragically died following a cardiac arrest. His dad, Anthony is raising money for his family. Pictured is Cohen when he was younger

Tributes paid to “beautiful” 16-year-old twin who died suddenly

Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) is developing a Heavy Lift Drone capability aimed at supporting firefighters tackling wildfires in Lancashire and beyond.

Fire service unveil new heavy-lift drones to tackle deadly wildfires

Firefighters tackled a blaze in Cunliffe Road

Major update following house fire in Cunliffe Road

A major search operation saw police, ambulance, coastguard and lifeboat crews called to the Promenade at around 2.30am.
The emergency response was sparked by a 999 call, with the report claiming someone was spotted in the sea near the RNLI lifeboat station.

'Cruel cuts could force more than half of all coastguards to quit'

Major Police incident on Montrose Avenue off Central Drive, Blackpool

Breaking Major police incident as road off Blackpool’s Central Drive closed

Aftermath of fire at former M&S store on Lord St in Fleetwood

Fire crews and council issue update on major incident in Fleetwood

Aftermath of fire in Fleetwood

Roof caved in and windows blown out as fire probe continues

Lancashire Fire and Rescue tackle major fire at empty Ex-Catalogue Outlet in Lord Street, Fleetwood

Breaking Eight fire engines tackle major blaze at former department store

Cleveleys

Breaking Emergency crews deployed to Cleveleys after incident

Scene of a house fire in Seaton Avenue, Cleveleys. Picture: Dave Nelson

Firefighters remain at the scene of a serious house fire
Three people were treated for smoke inhalation.
Claire Lark

HM Coastguard have been searching the coast off Madison Avenue in Bispham after reports that someone had entered the water.

Update on live HM Coastguard search for person feared missing at sea

Incident on junction of George street and Devonshire road outside Costa

Breaking Motorcyclist taken to hospital after serious collision with a car

Fire on Highfield Road Blackpool, Tuesday 31st March

Breaking Two fire engines sent to Blackpool area after sudden house fire

Lytham Road, Blackpool fire update.

Breaking Roads reopened amid investigation into Blackpool fire on Lytham Road

Part of Lytham Road is closed as firefighters deal with the aftermath of a fire at a commercial premises. Photo: Lucinda Herbert

Breaking 10 pictures of the fire that broke out in a flat in Blackpool

Breaking South Shore fire witness describes 'chaotic' scene full of black smoke

Six fire engines in attendance at reports of a commercial building fire on Lytham Road, Blackpool.

Breaking Major roads closed as 6 fire engines tackle Blackpool building blaze

Incident blocking motorists on Blackpool Road in Lytham, close to Lytham crematorium - Lancashire Police and the Fire & Rescue service are at the scene.

Major Fylde route closed as police deal with Blackpool Road incident

Waterloo road update as demolition continues & pedestrian access opens

Lancashire firefighters have been kept busy in the run to Christmas with multiple incidents.

The important reason Lancashire Fire & Rescue service wants 5 minutes

A man sustained a “serious head injury” after “falling and colliding with the wheel of a stationary vehicle” in Thornton

Man suffers 'serious head injury' after fall
A man sustained a “serious head injury” after “falling and colliding with the wheel of a stationary vehicle” in Thornton.
Sean Gleaves

Malcolm has been missing since December 10th

Blackpool police appeal for help finding man, 60, missing for 4 days

Ryan Horler stole lifesaving emergency bleed kit

Watch the moment prolific thief steals lifesaving emergency bleed kit

Two people in car left stranded by high tide saved by HM Coastguard

The North West Air Ambulance Charity were called to more than 3,000 missions across the North West in 2023

Why Air Ambulance crews can now save more lives at the roadside

St Anne's Road in Blackpool

Breaking Emergency services close major Blackpool road amid reports of fire

St Anne's Road in Blackpool

Breaking Major Blackpool road closed as emergency services combat house fire

'We're dying by cold': Chilling 999 call from refrigerated lorry by suspected human trafficking victims

'We're dying by cold': Chilling 999 call from man in refrigerated van

A heroic police officer jumped into action after spotting a woman in danger in Blackpool

Heroic police officer pulls terrified woman from rapidly rising sea

Smoke at Warbreck House in Blackpool earlier today

Breaking Major Blackpool Road closed due to another fire at Warbreck House

The public have sent well wishes to Cheryl Fergison and backed the comments she made about the A&E department at Blackpool Victoria Hospital. Credit: Instagram and Getty

Public send well wishes to Eastenders star following hospitalisation

The three officers who died in the tragedy in January 1983 - PCs Angela Bradley, Gordon Connolly and Colin Morrison

Tower will light up in memory of drowned police officers

Balloons in the sky before the fatal incident above Ombersley Court, Worcester

Man dies after hot air balloon explodes into a ‘fireball’

A ship is currently leaning towards the docks at a worrying angle in Leith, Edinburgh. (Photo credit: @Tomafc83 on Twitter)

Breaking Major incident at Leith Docks in Scotland as ship tips toward dock

The person previously reported as missing after a suspected gas explosion in Swansea has been found dead.

Breaking One dead and three injured after suspected gas explosion in Swansea

Ambulance wait times were down by more than an hour in January compared to December 2022.

Ambulance waiting times down to lowest level in 19 months in January

999 call operators strike today - how emergency calls will be affected

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