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Metro
3 hours ago
- Climate
- Metro
Woman nearly hit by car after her flip-flop got 'stuck in molten tarmac'
The heat in Britain this weekend has broken records – and appeared to even turn roads into molten tarmac. The heat was so intense that a woman in Cannock, Staffordshire, was almost hit by a car while crossing the sticky streets when her flip-flop got stuck in the melted tarmac, local MP Josh Newbury said. Shocking pictures have shown tyres coated in the sticky substance from a residential road in Cannock. The town sizzled as temperatures soared to more than 30C over the weekend, with residents on Gorsemoor Road saying the molten road surfaces have caused expensive damage to their cars. The problem was so bad, the council's highways department closed the road completely on Friday and Saturday to carry out repairs. Postman Roger Wain, 49, said a neighbour's Range Rover had been coated in tarmac as the weather reached highs of 31C. The dad-of-one said: 'It's obviously changed the road surface and the look, and that's partly down to the weather. 'It's ripped parts of the road up. They resurfaced it four or five weeks ago, whether it wasn't done properly or whether it was a combination of the heat and a shoddy job. 'I've been lucky and kept out of the way, but a few people have had it stick to their tyres. One of the neighbours said a resident a few doors down came back with a Range Rover and it all stuck to the tyres, and well, they pulled up all the tarmac had gone all over their drive and ruined the wheels and driveway.' Neighbour Marc Edwards, 44, added: 'When you drive on the road, you're literally ripping up great big chunks of tarmac and when you put the car onto the drive, it's bringing all the tar onto the drives and it's just spreading all over them. 'It's wrecking loads of people's drives all up and down the street, and it's hardening on the tyres overnight. We thought potholes were bad, but this is ridiculous.' One driver has been quoted £300 to repair her tyres, which are coated in tarmac and stones. Shaun Dennis only uses his car early in the morning or late at night when the roads will be their coolest. He said: 'Motorways don't melt, roads in Spain don't melt, certain roads that you drive on in this temperature aren't melting. So there's obviously something fundamentally wrong about the work that's been done here.' Peter Mason, Staffordshire County Council's Cabinet Member for Strategic Highways, said: 'We are aware of the current condition of Gorsemoor Road in Cannock and have been working closely with our contractors to address the issue as a priority. 'Over the weekend, temperatures in Staffordshire are reaching over 30°C, significantly increasing the risk of surface melting on newly laid roads.' Gritters normally used to melt icy roads in the winter have been deployed around the county to cool the road surfaces. More Trending The vehicles spread granite dust onto the tarmac, which helps absorb the softened substance and improves grip for motorists. But the UK is set to finally cool down, after parts of England, Scotland and Wales all reached 30C today during Britain's third heatwave of 2025. Several records were broken yesterday in Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales, which all recorded their warmest days of the year so far. Though today was still a bit of a swelterer, temperatures were slightly lower and will continue to dip throughout the week. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Man who killed Iraq war veteran with 'cowardly punch' guilty of murder MORE: Will a 'mega-quake' strike next week after a Japanese manga predicts 'great disaster'? MORE: Gran has had full skip on her driveway for three months – and can't do a thing about it
The Province
4 hours ago
- The Province
Two killed in weekend crashes in New Westminster and Vancouver
A fatal collision is being investigated Sunday morning in New West, and a 78-year-old pedestrian was hit and killed in Vancouver Saturday File photo of a New Westminster Police Department vehicle. Photo by PNG Two people are dead, including a pedestrian, in weekend crashes in New Westminster and Vancouver. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors New Westminster police were called to a fatal collision near 5th Avenue and Stewardson Way at about 8 a.m. Sunday. Traffic was being rerouted and drivers were advised to avoid the area as investigators will be on scene for several hours. Anyone who saw the crash or has dashcam footage is asked to reach out to police at 604-525-5411. Vancouver Police are investigating the death of a pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle last night in South Vancouver. At about 5 p.m. Saturday, a 78-year-old woman was killed when she was hit by a black Range Rover while walking on East 41st Avenue near the east lane of Culloden Street. The driver stayed at the scene. Crash investigators are asking witnesses and those with video to call 604-717-3012. jruttle@ Read More Vancouver Canucks Vancouver Canucks News News Local News
CTV News
5 hours ago
- CTV News
78-year-old pedestrian dead after Vancouver crash
A Vancouver Police Department patch is seen on an officer's uniform in Vancouver, on Jan. 9, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck A 78-year-old woman died after being hit by a driver in a Range Rover in Vancouver Saturday, according to authorities. Officers were called to the scene on East 41st Avenue near Culloden Street around 5 p.m. for reports a pedestrian had been struck, the Vancouver Police Department said in a news release. 'Despite life-saving attempts by first responders, the woman died at the scene. The driver of the Range Rover remained on scene,' police said. The cause of the crash is under investigation and anyone with information or dash cam video is urged to call 604-717-3012.
Vancouver Sun
6 hours ago
- Vancouver Sun
Two killed in weekend crashes in New Westminster and Vancouver
Two people are dead, including a pedestrian, in weekend crashes in New Westminster and Vancouver. New Westminster police were called to a fatal collision near 5th Avenue and Stewardson Way at about 8 a.m. Sunday. Traffic was being rerouted and drivers were advised to avoid the area as investigators will be on scene for several hours. Anyone who saw the crash or has dashcam footage is asked to reach out to police at 604-525-5411. Vancouver Police are investigating the death of a pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle last night in South Vancouver. At about 5 p.m. Saturday, a 78-year-old woman was killed when she was hit by a black Range Rover while walking on East 41st Avenue near the east lane of Culloden Street. The driver stayed at the scene. Crash investigators are asking witnesses and those with video to call 604-717-3012. jruttle@
NDTV
16 hours ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Range Rover Sport Urban XRS Widetrack Debuts With 635 HP At Goodwood
Urban Automotive has taken the wraps off the Range Rover Sport Urban XRS Widetrack at the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2025. As the name suggests, the modified car is based on the Range Rover Sport SUV and features exterior enhancements from the Urban Automotive company. Previously, the brand has also presented modified avatars of Rolls-Royce and other Range Rover cars. Talking about the specs, Urban Automotive has left the power unit untouched. The Range Rover Sport Urban XRS Widetrack features a 4.4-litre V8 mild hybrid engine that is capable of churning out a peak power output of 635 hp, which is more than the 617 hp offered by the standard Sport SV. Range Rover Sport Urban XRS Widetrack The detailing company has brought some major changes for the Range Rover Sport Urban XRS Widetrack. The sinister avatar of the Sport SUV gets a new design package that includes carbon fibre used for mirror caps, a carbon fibre bonnet with a "power dome", redesigned front bumper, and an exposed carbon fibre grille. On the rear, it features a new spoiler, diffuser, and carbon fibre bumpers. The brand has enhanced the aggressive appeal with extended wheel arches. Also Read: Bentley Bentayga Speed Sets Hillclimb Record At Goodwood Festival Of Speed While the interior of the Range Rover Sport Urban XRS Widetrack remains mostly the same, Urban Automotive has given a few brand-specific highlights. It has installed carbon fibre-backed Recaro front seats, a flat-bottomed steering wheel with carbon effects, and XRS branding on the dashboard. The detailing and exterior overhaul give the Range Rover Sport an aggressive stance. However, the heavy use of carbon fibre has given it a hefty price. The Range Rover Sport Urban XRS Widetrack is priced at Euro 199,995 which is around Rs 2 crore.
