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Storm Darragh: Schools close and trees sawed in Oxford
Dec 9, 2024 · Storm Darragh has caused further damage across Oxfordshire including the closure of schools. The adverse windy weather first struck the county late on Friday night and remained throughout the weekend before calming down today (Monday, December 9).
Severe A34 and M40 crashes take place on Oxfordshire roads
5 days ago · With some of the busiest roads in the country, Oxfordshire had some awful incidents with many on the A34 and the M40 during 2024. The city itself also experienced dramatic incidents which had a rippling impact on communities and householders.
Oxfordshire: opinion split over plans to abolish districts
Dec 18, 2024 · Opinions among Oxfordshire councillors have split over the government’s devolution white paper which outlines plans to abolish district councils.
Oxfordshire flooding as Storm Bert causes havoc in county
Nov 24, 2024 · There has been disruption to public transport and motorists in Oxfordshire as well as surrounding counties with miles of delays caused by an overhanging tree on the M40 near High Wycombe earlier this evening which has since been cleared.
Oxfordshire: Power cuts warning as Storm Darragh hits
Dec 6, 2024 · People living in Oxfordshire are being warned there could be power cuts as Storm Darragh hits the region. Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) says it is well prepared for the arrival of Storm Darragh this weekend.
Oxfordshire flooding: Storm Bert brings more havoc to towns
Nov 25, 2024 · The storm saw Oxfordshire battered by strong winds and heavy rain, with rainfall continuing overnight into Monday and causing river levels to rise. As a result, the Environment Agency had 22 flood warnings in force around the county where flooding was expected, and a further 32 alerts where flooding was possible.
Oxfordshire streetlights issue 'used as political weapon'
Dec 12, 2024 · Calls for women and night shift workers to have their say on proposals to turn off streetlighting in Oxford and Oxfordshire have been agreed.
Fog weather warning issued for motorists in Oxfordshire
Dec 27, 2024 · Drivers are being urged to take care this morning as the county council issues a fog warning across many Oxfordshire roads. The council issued a weather alert for road users asking drivers to be aware of fog and to adjust their driving to suit the conditions.