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  • Major Fire at Raven Hotel, Droitwich – Successfully Extinguished

    Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service responded swiftly to a significant fire at the historic Raven Hotel in Droitwich, on Sunday 10 August 2025 at 16:45. The first fire engine arrived on scene within two minutes of the initial emergency call. In total, eight fire engines and multiple specialist vehicles were deployed to tackle…

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  • Don’t let flipping pancakes lead to fire

    Don’t let flipping pancakes lead to fire

    Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) wants people to enjoy risk-free pancakes on Shrove Tuesday. Read more

  • Avoid half-term horror by following cooking fire safety tips

    Avoid half-term horror by following cooking fire safety tips

    Many children across Herefordshire and Worcestershire will spend more time in the kitchen during February half-term. Read more

  • Don’t cook up more than you bargained for on Valentine’s Day

    Don’t cook up more than you bargained for on Valentine’s Day

    As more possibly enjoy a romantic meal at home on Valentine’s Day with costs rising, Hereford & Worcester Fire and… Read more

  • Warning over fires involving chimneys and wood burning stoves

    Warning over fires involving chimneys and wood burning stoves

    Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is calling for people to take extra care after a spate of… Read more

  • Take a few moments to keep your household safe

    Take a few moments to keep your household safe

    The cost-of-living crisis is prompting more people to consider buying second-hand large domestic appliances. Read more

  • Sky lanterns can put lives and property at risk: HWFRS

    Sky lanterns can put lives and property at risk: HWFRS

    People across Herefordshire and Worcestershire are asked to make fire safety a priority with the Chinese New Year starting on… Read more

  • Don’t put cost of living above fire safety: HWFRS

    Don’t put cost of living above fire safety: HWFRS

    Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is urging people not to risk lives while coping with spiralling bills. Read more

  • How many smoke alarms do you have and do they work?

    How many smoke alarms do you have and do they work?

    The New Year has arrived and if you’re looking ahead, why not make fire safety one of your priorities? Read more

  • Don’t let fire put a dampener on your celebrations this Christmas

    Don’t let fire put a dampener on your celebrations this Christmas

    Present-wrapping, decorating your home and Christmas dinner will hopefully take our minds off other concerns this yuletide. Read more

  • Make sure you’re ready for winter – and don’t cut corners on safety to save on energy bills

    Make sure you’re ready for winter – and don’t cut corners on safety to save on energy bills

    As the nights get colder and dark for longer, the chances of severe weather increase. Read more

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    Don’t walk on frozen lakes or rivers, urges HWFRS – the ice might be thinner than you think

    Following the recent tragedy at Babbs Mill Lake, Solihull, when a number of children fell through the ice and four… Read more

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    HWFRS plea to take extra care after spate of RTCs as well as two woodburning stove incidents

    Among numerous callouts, Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service responded to a spate of road traffic collisions (RTCs) involving… Read more

  • Recent increase in wood burner fires in our area – so get your chimney swept if overdue and don’t add to the list!

    Recent increase in wood burner fires in our area – so get your chimney swept if overdue and don’t add to the list!

    Following a recent spate of woodburning stove fires in our area, Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service is reminding… Read more

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    Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service urges everyone to be carbon monoxide aware during CO Awareness Week 2022

    Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service is urging people to test their carbon monoxide alarms, to ensure they are… Read more

  • Help save lives by parking sensibly during Road Safety Week – and support SAFE ROADS FOR ALL

    Help save lives by parking sensibly during Road Safety Week – and support SAFE ROADS FOR ALL

    This week is Road Safety Week (14 – 20 November), sponsored by road safety charity BRAKE, and Hereford & Worcester… Read more

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    Millions worrying about energy bills will be using electric heaters – but don’t let electrical failure set your world ablaze, says HWFRS

    As part of Electrical Fire Safety Week from 14 to 20 November, Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS)… Read more

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    Register your home’s hardest workers for safety and savings – says HWFRS during this Product Safety Week

    As winter arrives and energy bills escalate, Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service is reminding appliance owners to take… Read more

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    HWFRS urges people to take care when buying and using portable heaters

    Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is urging people to consider more than just the price when choosing… Read more

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    Slamming the door on fire and smoke during Fire Door Safety Week

    Fire doors are often the first line of defence in a fire, especially when we are asleep and at our… Read more

  • Take care if you’re having Guy Fawkes celebrations at home this year – and why not visit an organised event instead?

    Take care if you’re having Guy Fawkes celebrations at home this year – and why not visit an organised event instead?

    Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is urging people to think twice about having firework celebrations at home… Read more

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    Wear ‘fire-safer’ costumes for a fun Halloween

    Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service is reminding parents and anyone looking after children to keep their youngsters safe… Read more

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    Snuff out fire risk during Candle Fire Safety Week

    As part of the Fire Kills campaign, Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is asking people to take… Read more

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    Is that item a scald or burn risk to your children? Help drive down accidents on National Burn Awareness Day

    On National Burn Awareness Day, 12 October 2022, Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service is aiming to drive down… Read more

  • Fire Kills smoke alarm campaign urges us all to test the smoke alarms in our home now and regularly

    Fire Kills smoke alarm campaign urges us all to test the smoke alarms in our home now and regularly

    October is Check Your Smoke Alarm month in the Fire Kills campaign, so HWFRS is urging people to test their… Read more