Two air ambulances and a doctor were mobilised before it was established the call was a hoax.

Staff say they are still 'exceptionally busy' and urge people to only call 999 in an emergency.

Hospitals across the west are under intense pressure, with demand driven by seasonal illnesses.

Dr Matt Thomas urges people not in an emergency situation to consider alternatives to calling 999.

Bosses expecting higher demand over winter say people should use other services when it is safe to.

Vera Lake fell at her home in Poole and was found on the floor by her 91-year-old husband.

Patients who need an ambulance in the most serious cases are waiting longer than they should.

Jane Whichello will do a skydive near Salisbury to raise money for new community response vehicles.