UK: Huge Sinkhole Swallows Boats in Shropshire Canal Breach, More Than 10 Rescued 2

A huge 50m sinkhole opened in a Shropshire canal on Monday morning, December 22, leaving several narrowboats stranded in the hole or teetering on the edge. The Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service declared a major incident. At least 10 people were rescued from their boats, but nobody was injured in the incident.

UK: Huge Sinkhole Swallows Boats in Shropshire Canal Breach, More Than 10 Rescued

A huge 50m sinkhole opened in a Shropshire canal on Monday morning, December 22, leaving several narrowboats stranded in the hole or teetering on the edge. The Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service declared a major incident. At least 10 people were rescued from their boats, but nobody was injured in the incident.

Recap: Storm Bert Brings Widespread Flooding, Damaging Winds To UK

Storm Bert swept across the UK leaving at least 5 people dead. The storm brought torrential rain, causing widespread flooding in parts of England and Wales.

UK: Storm Bert Triggers Severe Flooding Across England And Wales 2

Storm Bert struck England and Wales on Saturday, November 23, bringing heavy rain, power outages, and traffic disruptions, while triggering severe flooding in multiple regions. Over 100 flood warnings were issued across the UK. This video shows the rising river in Ludlow, Shropshire.

Twisters Premiere - LA

Twisters Premiere - LA

Terilyn A. Shropshire, At Premiere Of Universal Pictures' "Twisters" - at Regency Village Theatre in Westwood, Los Angeles, CA, USA on July 11 2024. Photo by Fati S/ABACAPRESS.COM

Twisters Premiere - LA

Twisters Premiere - LA

Terilyn A. Shropshire, At Premiere Of Universal Pictures' "Twisters" - at Regency Village Theatre in Westwood, Los Angeles, CA, USA on July 11 2024. Photo by Fati S/ABACAPRESS.COM

UK: Endearing Moment Queen Camilla Obliges To Selfie Request From 11-Year-Old Boy

An endearing moment was captured on camera when Queen Camilla grants a boy's request for a selfie. After encouragement from mother Lucy, 11-year-old Charlie Davies gathered up courage and politely asked for a selfie during the queen's walkabout on a visit to a farmers' market in Shrewsbury, Shropshire on Wednesday, March 27. He was gifted with the queen's approval, a smile, and the once in a lifetime shot.

Bridgnorth, North Gate 1896

Bridgnorth, North Gate 1896

Bridgnorth, North Gate 1896 Date: 1896

Bridgnorth, the Hermitage 1896

Bridgnorth, the Hermitage 1896

Bridgnorth, the Hermitage 1896 Date: 1896

Bridgnorth, from the Bridge 1896

Bridgnorth, from the Bridge 1896

Bridgnorth, from the Bridge 1896 Date: 1896

Madeley Wood, from the South 1896

Madeley Wood, from the South 1896

Madeley Wood, from the South 1896 Date: 1896

Shrewsbury, the Free Library 1896

Shrewsbury, the Free Library 1896

Shrewsbury, the Free Library 1896 Date: 1896

Bridgnorth, High Street 1896

Bridgnorth, High Street 1896

Bridgnorth, High Street 1896 Date: 1896

Shrewsbury, Abbey Foregate 1896

Shrewsbury, Abbey Foregate 1896

Shrewsbury, Abbey Foregate 1896 Date: 1896

Ludlow, Castle from Quarry 1896

Ludlow, Castle from Quarry 1896

Ludlow, Castle from Quarry 1896 Date: 1896

Shrewsbury, Wyle Cop 1896

Shrewsbury, Wyle Cop 1896

Shrewsbury, Wyle Cop 1896 Date: 1896

Shrewsbury, Wyle Cop c1891

Shrewsbury, Wyle Cop c1891

Shrewsbury, Wyle Cop c1891 Date: 1891

Bridgnorth, Bishop Percy's House 1896

Bridgnorth, Bishop Percy's House 1896

Bridgnorth, Bishop Percy's House 1896 Date: 1896

Coalbrookdale, Dale Road 1896

Coalbrookdale, Dale Road 1896

Coalbrookdale, Dale Road 1896 Date: 1896

Bridgnorth, St Mary's Church 1896

Bridgnorth, St Mary's Church 1896

Bridgnorth, St Mary's Church 1896 Date: 1896

The Wrekin, the Needle's Eye 1895

The Wrekin, the Needle's Eye 1895

The Wrekin, the Needle's Eye 1895 Date: 1895

Broseley, the Church 1892

Broseley, the Church 1892

Broseley, the Church 1892 Date: 1892

Ironbridge, Waterwheel 1892

Ironbridge, Waterwheel 1892

Ironbridge, Waterwheel 1892 Date: 1892

Ironbridge, from Rotunda 1892

Ironbridge, from Rotunda 1892

Ironbridge, from Rotunda 1892 Date: 1892

Ironbridge, Bridge from the River 1892

Ironbridge, Bridge from the River 1892

Ironbridge, Bridge from the River 1892 Date: 1892

Bromfield, the Priory Gatehouse and Church 1892

Bromfield, the Priory Gatehouse and Church 1892

Bromfield, the Priory Gatehouse and Church 1892 Date: 1892

Bromfield, the Priory Gatehouse and Church 1892

Bromfield, the Priory Gatehouse and Church 1892

Bromfield, the Priory Gatehouse and Church 1892 Date: 1892

Ludford, Bridge from Whitecliff 1892

Ludford, Bridge from Whitecliff 1892

Ludford, Bridge from Whitecliff 1892 Date: 1892

Ludlow, the Castle 1892

Ludlow, the Castle 1892

Ludlow, the Castle 1892 Date: 1892

Bromfield, Mill and Church 1892

Bromfield, Mill and Church 1892

Bromfield, Mill and Church 1892 Date: 1892

Ludlow, Bull Ring 1892

Ludlow, Bull Ring 1892

Ludlow, Bull Ring 1892 Date: 1892

Ludlow, the Weir and Mill 1892

Ludlow, the Weir and Mill 1892

Ludlow, the Weir and Mill 1892 Date: 1892

Ludlow, Feathers Hotel 1892

Ludlow, Feathers Hotel 1892

Ludlow, Feathers Hotel 1892 Date: 1892

Ludlow, Feathers Hotel 1892

Ludlow, Feathers Hotel 1892

Ludlow, Feathers Hotel 1892 Date: 1892

Ludlow, Dinham Bridge and Castle Hill 1892

Ludlow, Dinham Bridge and Castle Hill 1892

Ludlow, Dinham Bridge and Castle Hill 1892 Date: 1892

Ludlow, Lower Broad Street 1892

Ludlow, Lower Broad Street 1892

Ludlow, Lower Broad Street 1892 Date: 1892

Ludlow, the Butter Cross and Church 1892

Ludlow, the Butter Cross and Church 1892

Ludlow, the Butter Cross and Church 1892 Date: 1892

Stokesay, the Castle from the Churchyard c1865

Stokesay, the Castle from the Churchyard c1865

Stokesay, the Castle from the Churchyard c1865 Date: 1865

Wroxeter, the ruined Bath House c1864

Wroxeter, the ruined Bath House c1864

Wroxeter, the ruined Bath House c1864 Date: 1864

Shrewsbury, the Abbey Church 1891

Shrewsbury, the Abbey Church 1891

Shrewsbury, the Abbey Church 1891 Date: 1891

Shrewsbury, Cattle Market 1891

Shrewsbury, Cattle Market 1891

Shrewsbury, Cattle Market 1891 Date: 1891

Atcham, Bridge and Church 1891

Atcham, Bridge and Church 1891

Atcham, Bridge and Church 1891 Date: 1891

Shrewsbury, Market Square 1891

Shrewsbury, Market Square 1891

Shrewsbury, Market Square 1891 Date: 1891

Shrewsbury, Mardol 1891

Shrewsbury, Mardol 1891

Shrewsbury, Mardol 1891 Date: 1891

Shrewsbury, Stone Pulpit 1891

Shrewsbury, Stone Pulpit 1891

Shrewsbury, Stone Pulpit 1891 Date: 1891

Shrewsbury, Porthill Kingsland 1891

Shrewsbury, Porthill Kingsland 1891

Shrewsbury, Porthill Kingsland 1891 Date: 1891

Shrewsbury, The Old Mint 1891

Shrewsbury, The Old Mint 1891

Shrewsbury, The Old Mint 1891 Date: 1891

Shrewsbury, Nag's Head, Wyle Cop 1891

Shrewsbury, Nag's Head, Wyle Cop 1891

Shrewsbury, Nag's Head, Wyle Cop 1891 Date: 1891

Shrewsbury, view near Railway Bridge 1891

Shrewsbury, view near Railway Bridge 1891

Shrewsbury, view near Railway Bridge 1891 Date: 1891