News Archive
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Never, ever drive or walk into floodwater
Friday 29 December 2023
With more heavy rainfall expected during the next 24 hours, firefighters and officers from Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) are preparing to respond to flooding situations.
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Notice of conclusion of audit
Tuesday 19 December 2023
The auditor has concluded their audit of the statement of accounts, which has been published.
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Don’t Let Fire Ruin Your Christmas
Monday 18 December 2023
Christmas dinner, wrapping presents, decorating your home – there’s lots to think about this Christmas.
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Hereford charity wins Chief Fire Officer’s award
Tuesday 12 December 2023
A Hereford charity has received a special award at Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service’s annual Herefordshire presentation evening at Hereford Town Hall.
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Millions worrying about energy bills will be using electric heaters, but don’t let electrical failure set your world ablaze
Wednesday 06 December 2023
As part of Electrical Fire Safety Week from 4 to 10 December, Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is again warning people not to let electrical failures set their world ablaze.
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Fire Service staff recognised for their exceptional work at Herefordshire Medals and Awards Ceremony
Tuesday 05 December 2023
HWFRS staff were honoured for their outstanding service and commitment to the fire service at the annual Herefordshire Medals and Awards Ceremony, held at the Town Hall, Hereford.
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HWFRS rated good or adequate in all areas by inspectors
Wednesday 29 November 2023
The report of the third inspection by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) for Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service, which was carried out in July this year, has now been published.
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Service staff and members of the community honoured at Worcestershire awards night
Tuesday 28 November 2023
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service staff have been honoured for their outstanding service and commitment to the fire service.
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Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service urges people to stay safe this winter despite cost pressures
Thursday 23 November 2023
As people look to keep warm and cut energy use over the coming months, Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is urging them to take simple steps to avoid accidental fires and carbon monoxide poisoning this winter.
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Six crews called to incident at Kidderminster General Hospital
Thursday 23 November 2023
Six Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews were called at 10:37 on 23 November to Kidderminster General Hospital to assist with a hazardous materials incident.