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Yahoo
a day ago
- Yahoo
Woman hospitalised with burns after massive fire breaks out in city
A woman has been hospitalised with burns after a massive fire broke out in Oxford, spreading to three properties. The blaze broke out on Vicarage Road off Abingdon Road after noon yesterday (Saturday, August 16). Four fire engines from Rewley Road, Slade Park and Abingdon were dispatched to the scene at around 12.45pm. A large white smoke plume could be seen billowing over the south of Oxford as residents closed their windows. READ MORE: Smoke billows over city as crews rush to house fire The smoke billowing over Oxford on Saturday. (Image: Pat Cam) One local who lives on Abingdon Road and wished to remain anonymous said: "There is a strong smell of smoke in the air. "I've heard lots of sirens too. It seems like a really serious incident' The fire had spread from a garden outbuilding to neighbouring properties' sheds. Firefighters battled the flames and managed to extinguish the fire quickly before it could spread to any more properties in the area. READ MORE: 'Bus driver caught in sex act' onboard by horrified 15-year-old girl The damage at the property. (Image: Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service) One woman was injured in the incident and taken to the hospital with minor burns. A spokesperson for Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service late on Saturday night said: "Today at approximately 12.45pm, Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service were mobilised to a fire in Vicarage Road, Oxford. "Four fire appliances, two from Rewley Road fire station, one from Slade Park and one from Abingdon Fire Station, responded to one garden-type building and one shed well alight in neighbouring properties and spreading to a third shed." "Firefighters in breathing apparatus using high-pressure hose reels acted swiftly to extinguish the fire and stop it spreading to other properties. "One adult female was treated at the hospital for minor burns." READ MORE: Police 'extremely concerned' after woman goes missing The aftermath of the fire. (Image: Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service) Drone photographs taken from above the Hinksey area show the white cloud of smoke looming large over the residential area. Residents reported hearing sirens and smelling smoke throughout the early afternoon as the emergency services rushed to get the situation under control. The fire service published their update late on Saturday night and included some photos from the incident on social media. Pictures show firefighters using hoses on the burnt-out shed as well as the damage dealt to the garden outbuildings. READ MORE: Police launch search for missing man known to frequent city centre No cause has been revealed for the blaze as of yet, but firefighters are looking into it with a full investigation underway. The Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson added: "The cause of the fire is currently being investigated. "Incident commander Jason Clifford said crews on arrival were faced with a fast spreading fire with a smoke plume that could be seen from Abingdon. "He urged everyone to check they have working smoke alarms and to visit for more information."
Yahoo
13-07-2025
- Yahoo
Arson investigation after men caught burning Lime Bike in Oxford park
Arson is suspected after several men set fire to an electric Lime Bike in a park in Oxford yesterday afternoon. Emergency services responded to an incident in the car park of Hinksey Park, of Abingdon Road, at about 5.45pm yesterday, Saturday, Jul 12. Three men were seen by eyewitnesses lighting the Lime Bike, a hireable E-bike available in Oxford city centre, on fire before fleeing when firefighters and police officers arrived. READ MORE: Jeremy Clarkson revealed text to sacked Christian Horner A spokesperson for Thames Valley Police said: "Thames Valley Police is investigating an incident suspected to be an arson in Abingdon Road yesterday afternoon. "Thames Valley Police were contacted by Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service at 5.45pm yesterday to reports that an E-bike was on fire in a car park on Abingdon Road. Help support trusted local news Sign up for a digital subscription now: As a digital subscriber you will get: Unlimited access to the Oxford Mail website Advert-light access Reader rewards Full access to our app "The fire is suspected to be an incident of arson. "The fire service extinguished the fire and nobody was injured. The bike has been badly damaged and is not usable. No arrests have been made. READ MORE: Concerns raised in Didcot as new council HQ approved "We would ask anybody who witnessed the incident or who has any information that may assist our investigation to contact Thames Valley Police on 101, quoting reference 43250350513." It comes as temperatures reached more than 30 degrees on Saturday, and large numbers of people gathered in open spaces like Hinksey Park to enjoy the sunshine. Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue have been approached for comment.
The Sun
19-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
Huge blow as drivers' go-to car repair garage abruptly shuts up shop after motoring retailer ‘reviews estate'
A GO-TO car repair garage has suddenly closed its doors in a devastating blow to motorists in the area. The abrupt closure comes after a " review of our estate" by the company. 1 National Tyres and Autocare, which is a Halfords company, has shut in Oxford on Abingdon Road. A spokesperson for Halfords said: "We can confirm that our National Tyres and Autocare garage on Abingdon Road has closed following a review of our estate in the area. "We are committed to supporting impacted colleagues and are offering alternative roles at nearby Halfords locations where possible." The company also thanked its customers and pointed them towards the Halfords Autocentre in Oxford Trade Centre, Harrow Road, This is Oxfordshire has reported. They also have the option of Halfords Mobile Expert, which provides services at residents' doorsteps. It comes amid a series of stores closures along that same road in Oxford. Akiport Convenience Store, Akiport Cafe, and the Berkshire pub all shut last year due to traffic restrictions on the road, the Oxford Mail has reported. Gwyngrocers, also known as Top Tackle, closed its doors on Abingdon Road in January. Oxford City Councillor deputy leader and cabinet member for zero carbon Oxford Anna Railton told This is Oxfordshire: "I'm sorry to see a business in Abingdon Road close. "But I'm glad to see and support the two new nearby businesses and the emerging plans for a Chinese in the Berkshire. "There remain many great independent businesses on the road – but you do have to use them or lose them." The Abingdon Road garage closure comes after another branch site shut its doors last month. Like in Oxford, this came following what the company calls a "review of our estate".
