The incident occurred this afternoon at around midday (Wednesday, April 22) as the trio were sent to Headley Way.

Rhodri Jones, who works at the nearby John Radcliffe Hospital, spotted smoke on his way home.

“There is a house fire with fire engines present on Hedley Way near the entrance to the hospital,” he said at the time.

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Headley Way on Wednesday afternoon. (Image: Rhodri Jones)

“There is a general smell of burning in the area.”

The incident took several hours to be dealt with as fire crews did not depart the scene until 3.30pm in the afternoon.

A spokesperson for Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service said: “We were called today just after midday, sending three fire engines to Headley Way in Oxford.

“Crews used hosereels to extinguish a fire in the living room of a semi-detached domestic property, with a pressure ventilation fan used to clear the smoke.”

Santiago de Compostela Airport in north-west Spain will shut from Thursday, April 23 until Wednesday, May 27, with no flights able to take off or land during this period.

British travellers, including those flying with Ryanair from Stansted, are being advised to review their holiday arrangements and check with airlines for any changes or disruptions.

The budget airline, which operates a flight from Stansted to the affected airport regularly, had flights land there on April 17, 19, and 21.

However, future services will now not go ahead, potentially disrupting the travel plans of those heading to northern Spain.

On average, 30 flights from the UK land at Santiago de Compostela each week.

Santiago de Compostela is the capital of Galicia in north-west Spain.

It is the final destination of the historic Camino de Santiago pilgrimage routes, home to a UNESCO‑listed old town and the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela.

In a statement on the Spanish airport operator’s website, Aena, it says the airport “will be closed from 23 April to 27 May 2026 for runway resurfacing works.

“During this period, the airport will be closed to all air traffic, and no takeoffs or landings will take place.

“If you have any questions about your flight status, schedule changes, or possible rebooking, we recommend contacting your airline.”

Travellers heading to Santiago de Compostela will need to make alternative flight arrangements during the closure.

The nearest option is A Coruña Airport, around 42 miles to the north, with a journey time of just under an hour by car.

Gold (Lize Van der Walt) is originally from South Africa where she won a gold medal in the 400 metres at the age of 21.

She moved to the UK, where she started as a fitness trainer, before joining Gladiators in 1997.

Former Gladiator star Gold dies aged 60

Gold (Van der Walt) died at the age of 60 on Sunday (April 19) after a “long and brave” battle with cancer.

A post on the official Gladiators Facebook page said: “We’re deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Gladiators’ golden girl, Gold (Lize Van der Walt)

“Lize joined the UK Gladiators in 1997, bringing strength, spirit and determination to the Arena.

“Chosen from thousands of applicants to become one of the show’s new Gladiators, she quickly made her mark.

“Although injury limited her appearances, she showed incredible resilience and when she did compete, she proved that all that glistens truly was Gold.

“Originally from South Africa, Lize was a talented athlete long before Gladiators, excelling in the 400m and relay.

“Her adventurous spirit brought her to the UK, where she became part of Gladiators history.

“She returned to the Arena in 2000 to represent the UK against her home nation. A proud full-circle moment that reflected her strength and character.

“Following her time on Gladiators, Lize returned home to Hermanus in South Africa, a beautiful coastal town known for its breathtaking views and sunsets.

“There, she built a new life as a successful artist, creating seascapes and semi-abstract work inspired by her surroundings.

“After a long and brave battle with cancer, Lize passed away on 19th April in South Africa, aged 60.

“Our thoughts are with her son Michael, her family, friends and all who knew and loved her.

“Thank you for the memories, Lize. You will always be part of Gladiators history.”

Who were the original Gladiators from the 90s?

Gladiators made a successful return to TV in 2024 after being rebooted by the BBC.

The show, hosted by Bradley and Barney Walsh, has just completed its third season and features the likes of Giant, Bionic, Cyclone, and Athena.

The original series aired on ITV between 1992 and 2000, and starred:

• Gold (Lize Van der Walt)
• Wolf (Michael Van Wijk)
• Jet (Diane Youdale)
• Lightning (Kim Betts)
• Rhino (Mark Smith)
• Falcon (Bernadette Hunt)
• Saracen (Mike Lewis)
• Cobra (Michael Willson)
• Shadow (Jefferson King)
• Ace (Warren Furman)
• Nightshade (Judy Simpson)
• Hunter (James Crossley)

Do you remember Gold (Lize Van der Walt) from the 90s series of Gladiators on ITV? Let us know in the comments below.