Devon and Cornwall Police

Devon and Cornwall Police are the territorial police force responsible for policing the counties of Devon and Cornwall in South West England. They are currently newsworthy due to their involvement in responding to the impacts of recent severe storms, specifically Storm Chandra and Storm Goretti. Recent events include issuing warnings against travel in Exeter, East and Mid Devon due to significant surface water and flooding caused by Storm Chandra. Furthermore, they responded to an incident in the Mawgan area of Helston where a man in his 50s died after a tree felled by Storm Goretti fell onto a caravan. Emergency services were called to the scene, and work was undertaken to remove the tree. Their current relevance lies in their role in ensuring public safety and managing the emergency response during these hazardous weather conditions, highlighting their responsibility for protecting communities within their jurisdiction.