News Archives | Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service

Fire Reform Transparency Survey

Thursday 30 June 2016

Last month, the Home Secretary set out her vision for the fire and rescue service in England. One element is to bring greater transparency to the fire and rescue sector by publishing more service information to the public online, just as the Home Office has done with policing.

Woman taken to hospital after house fire in Redditch

Thursday 30 June 2016

A woman was taken to hospital this morning (Thursday 30 July) following a fire at bungalow in Crabbs Cross Lane, Redditch.

Set up camp safely: The hazards of the great outdoors

Thursday 23 June 2016

As part of the Fire Kills campaign Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is asking the people of the two counties to stay safe this summer as they make the most of the weather and enjoy the great outdoors, whether camping, cooking or exploring.

Ledbury Watch Commander retires after 28 years of service

Thursday 23 June 2016

Watch Commander Keith Wildig, who is based at Ledbury Fire Station, is retiring after serving his community for the last 28 years.

Fire Service issues safety advice following two tumble dryer fires

Monday 20 June 2016

Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is issuing safety advice after two incidents involving tumble dryers took place over the weekend.

Water safety advice for Drowning Prevention Week

Friday 17 June 2016

Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is supporting Drowning Prevention Week, an initiative of the Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) which will run from 18 to 26 June 2016.

Nathan Travis CFO position made permanent

Thursday 16 June 2016

It was decided at the Fire Authority meeting today (Thursday 16 June) that Nathan Travis, who joined Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service as interim Chief Fire Officer in April, would now be appointed to the post on a permanent basis.

Councillor Derek Prodger is re-elected as Chairman of the Fire Authority

Thursday 16 June 2016

Chairman of the Hereford and Worcester Fire Authority Councillor Derek Prodger (MBE) was re-elected to the post for another year in the Fire Authority meeting today (Thursday 16 June).

Second phase of public consultation for the Wyre Forest Emergency Services Hub

Thursday 16 June 2016

It was agreed at the Fire Authority meeting today (Thursday 16 June) that a second phase of formal public consultation regarding the preferred location of the proposed Wyre Forest Emergency Services Hub will commence on Monday 4 July 2016.