Archive for 2016
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Malvern Fire Station Community Defibrillator
Wednesday 21 December 2016
Malvern Fire Station has recently had a community access defibrillator installed by Heartstart Malvern. The charity's aim is to increase the chance of surviving a cardiac arrest in Malvern by installing Public Access Defibrillator's and by providing free training on how to use them.
The defibrillator is the first one to be installed by the charity and the first within Malvern Link. Heartstart Malvern is hoping to install 50 defibrillators at key locations within Malvern during 2017.
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Christmas message from the Chief Fire Officer
Monday 19 December 2016
The Christmas holidays are upon us once more, and we will soon find ourselves surrounded by friends, family, food and festivities. Christmas trees, decorations and presents will fill our homes, ready for the big day, and soon everyone will be flocking around the Christmas dinner table.
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Don’t let fire ruin festive cheer this Christmas
Wednesday 14 December 2016
Christmas dinner, wrapping presents, decorating your home – there's lots to think about this Christmas. But one thing...
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Firefighters move into the new Evesham Fire Station
Monday 12 December 2016
This morning (12th December), Evesham firefighters moved into their new and improved fire station in Abbey Road, which has taken just under 11 months to build.
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Chimney Safety Advice
Friday 02 December 2016
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is re-issuing its chimney safety advice after Fire crews have attended a number of chimney/wood burner fires over the two counties in the last few weeks.
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Evesham fire station transfer
Friday 02 December 2016
Operational crews will be transferring to the new Evesham Fire Station off Abbey Road on Monday 12 December 2016 at 9am.
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'Dying 2 Drive' hard- hitting interactive workshop with 140+ pupils
Monday 28 November 2016
Today (28 November) 140 students from The Chantry School, Worcester participated for the first time in the multi-agency interactive road safety scheme titled: 'Dying 2 Drive'. The initiative has already run successfully earlier this year at Worcester Fire Station and various Hereford Fire Stations.
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Give your time this festive season!
Friday 25 November 2016
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is currently looking to add to its successful Community Safety Volunteer Programme this festive season. If you want the opportunity to give back this Christmas and beyond then consider helping out your local Fire Service as a community volunteer.
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Spot the Fake: Electrical Safety Week
Wednesday 23 November 2016
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is supporting Electrical Fire Safety Week, which is running this week and is urging residents to watch out for fake and substandard goods.
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Committed Fire Service staff recognised for their outstanding work at Herefordshire Medals and Awards Ceremony 2016
Monday 21 November 2016
On the evening of Friday 18 November, firefighters and Fire Service support staff from across the county received awards at the annual Herefordshire Medals and Awards Ceremony. The event, which was held at Hereford Town Hall, honoured staff for their outstanding service and commitment to the Fire Service.
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