Archive for "home fire safety"
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Leave your barbecue at home and don’t take it with you on your picnic
Tuesday 11 June 2019
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service is asking people from the two counties to stay safe this summer as they make the most of the weather and enjoy the great outdoors, whether cooking, camping or exploring.
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HWFRS supports carers and the contributions they make to their families
Monday 10 June 2019
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service, is reaching out to local carers in Carers Week (10-16 June) and reminding them that help is available to keep them, and the people they care for, safe from fire.
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‘Flyer beware’ is the advice for drone enthusiasts
Monday 29 April 2019
Following a recent incident, Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service is advising drone flyers to beware of rogue batteries which can cause fires after bursting into flames.
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Everyday accidents can cause fires in the home
Monday 18 March 2019
A new eye-catching campaign highlighting the everyday accidents that can cause fire in the home has been launched by the Home Office.
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Wake up to the deadly risk: smoking is the biggest fire killer
Wednesday 13 March 2019
Smokers are being warned that they must wake up to the deadly dangers of smoking - especially when tired.
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A smoke alarm on every floor
Friday 01 March 2019
Every home needs a smoke alarm on the ceiling of every floor. This is the latest advice from Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) which has seen a 40% reduction in the number of house fires in the 10 years 2009-2018, largely due to the fitting of smoke alarms.
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High-rise fire safety in Worcestershire
Monday 18 February 2019
In response to C4 Dispatches, 18 February 2019, HWFRS issues updated information to residents of high-rise accommodation in Worcestershire.
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No working smoke alarms at terraced house fire in Redditch
Tuesday 05 February 2019
Two Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews from Redditch were called to reports of a terraced house fire at around 12:15 on 3 February 2019.
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Carbon monoxide detector saves family of seven
Friday 01 February 2019
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) was called to a carbon monoxide (CO) leak in Kidderminster last night. Fortunately a working CO detector had saved the lives of the family of seven.
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Is your smoke alarm past its sell by date?
Wednesday 16 January 2019
Most people are not aware that the average smoke alarm has a lifespan of ten years and then needs replacing.