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flag A fire in Henlade, Somerset, on Feb 17, 2026, burned tree scrub and garden waste, forcing evacuations and street closures, but was contained without injuries.

flag On February 17, 2026, fires at a site in Henlade, Somerset, involving tree scrub and garden waste prompted a major response from Bridgwater, Taunton, and Ilminster fire stations. flag The blaze led to the closure of a busy town center street and the evacuation of an Asda store due to black smoke. flag Firefighters used hose-reel jets, thermal imaging, a triple extension ladder, and water from a carrier and hydrant. flag On-site workers helped move and dampen about 200 tonnes of waste using mechanical grabs and JCBs. flag Relief crews were called in, and the fire was contained without injuries.

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