600 elderly people in Devon are at risk of dying as a result of fuel poverty this winter. And that's not all, for every additional winter death, there are an estimated eight admissions to hospital, 32 attendances at outpatient care and 30 social service calls. That's 4,800 hospital admissions, 19,200 outpatients and 18,000 social service calls in Devon each year.
Last winter, many people suffering fuel poverty remained confined to one room in an attempt to keep themselves warm. Retired widower David said "If it gets far too cold, I go to bed. Last winter I spent more time...
Here are some updates of road closures in and around Exeter. If you know of any others we have not listed please tweet @TheExeterDaily or email ted@thedailyuk.com .
A377 Exeter Road closed in both directions between Crediton and Exeter in Cowley, because of flooding.
A3052 closed in both directions between Sidford and Exeter, because of flooding. Diversion in operation - via A375 toward Honiton and A30.
A396 Exeter Road closed in both directions between Bickleigh and Tiverton, because of flooding.
Service 1 is currently unable to serve Bradninch outbound from Exeter. It is currently serving Pinhoe then diverting along the motorway to Cullompton. Passengers wishing to travel to Brandnich should change at Cullompton as we are able to serve the village in the other direction using a shuttle service.
This is the main road between Crediton and Exeter at Downs Mill, by Ladds computers. The river burst its banks and and running 1-2ft deep across the road. River levels were still rising as of 30mins ago.
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With the heavy rainfall over night, Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service are urging people to be aware of possible flooding and reminding drivers not to risk their lives by driving through any flood water.
Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service are experiencing a high amount of calls to flooding incidents across the Service area. Since the rainfall began early this morning, Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service have attended 51 incidents due to flooding with 38 incidents still on-going.
Due to the heavy rain overnight and this morning we are experiencing the following disruptions to our bus services:
Current update from Stagecoach:
Service 57 now operating the full route between Exeter and Brixington, although customers should allow for some delays as we return the service to normal
Service 56 is currently operating a shuttle service between Exeter and Exeter Airport only Service 58 is expected to be operating by lunchtime Service 157 is now running but with some delays whilst we return the service to normal and cannot currently...
Heavy rain and flooding overnight in Devon has cut off some villages, closed roads and disrupted rail services. And things are set to get worse with further rain and wind forecast.
East Devon has been worst hit. Drivers commuting to Exeter from Exmouth continue to face long delays, and drivers are experiencing severe problems with surface water. If your journey is not essential, please avoid using your car until the situation eases up.
Currently Sidford Primary School, Sidmouth Primary School and Hemeock are closed due to difficulty in getting staff in and...
Caroline Charles, one of London's most respected womenswear designers, was visiting her Exeter store today (20th November) to meet a select group of her customers and to celebrate the launch of her new book 'Caroline Charles - 50 Years in Fashion'.
Having developed her business over the past five decades, the Caroline Charles label is now sold and marketed throughout the world to a loyal fan base.
Caroline explained how she began in the world of fashion art school followed by a couture apprenticeship and a stint as a photographer's assistant; she then...
Police officers and staff from Devon and Cornwall Police have been honoured for their years of service at a special ceremony at Padbrook Park, Cullompton. Included in the honours list are Exeter-based Detective Constable Pippa Davies and Fingerprint Expert Emma Parsons.
The ten officers and staff were recognised for 20 years’ service by Chief Constable Shaun Sawyer and Sir John Cave, Vice Lord-Lieutenant of Devon.
Officers and staff receiving long service and good conduct awards at the ceremony on 29th October 2012 were:
