Archive for October 2016
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Bonfire Night & firework safety reminder
Thursday 27 October 2016
Hereford & Worcester Fire & Rescue Service is urging everyone to stay safe as celebrations take place this Bonfire Night. it is important to remember to use the correct safety procedures and to remember fireworks can be dangerous if misused.
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Local firefighters have some of the best lifesaving skills in the world
Wednesday 26 October 2016
Local firefighters from Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) have demonstrated world-class talent in a recent global competition that put their lifesaving skills to the test. From 19-23 October, talented firefighters from across the world gathered in Brazil for the annual World Rescue Challenge 2016.
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Let us know about your public firework display
Tuesday 25 October 2016
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is encouraging anyone who is holding an organised public bonfire or firework display in Herefordshire or Worcestershire for Bonfire Night to let them know details about the event.
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Fire Service to hold annual Bonfire Party at Redditch Fire Station
Monday 24 October 2016
Redditch Fire Station, located on Birmingham road, are getting ready for their annual bonfire and firework display which will take place on Saturday 5 November. Doors open at 6pm. Entry costs £4 for adults and £2 for children.
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Fire Service supports Student Fire Safety Week
Thursday 20 October 2016
With new students settling in to their new homes and new routines and returning students getting back in to the swing of all things university, Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS), as part of the Fire Kills Campaign, is encouraging all students to have a think about their fire safety during Student Fire Safety Week (24 – 30 October).
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Fire Service and the Canal & River Trust team up to make Diglis Weir safer
Wednesday 19 October 2016
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) has teamed up with the Canal & River Trust to reposition the boom (water safety barrier) in the Diglis Weir, which will now make it easier for rescue teams to reach any stranded boats in the area.
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Fire Service supports Candle Fire Safety Week
Monday 17 October 2016
Fire and Rescue Services across the country are asking people to take care this Candle Fire Safety Week (17 – 23 October) and snuff out the risk of fire in their homes.
Candle fires result in around 350 casualties each year, Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is urging people to take extra care with candles this winter - over 40% of all fires started by candles result in a death or injury. -
Opportunity for young people to join exciting Fire Service youth group
Friday 14 October 2016
An exciting opportunity has recently arisen for 13-17 year olds to join the Young Firefighters Association (YFA), which helps young people challenge themselves, make new friends, learn exciting firefighting skills and help their communities.
For any young Droitwich thrill seekers, an awareness evening will be held at Droitwich Fire Station on Friar Street on 19 October at 7pm.
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Fire Authority gives green light to proceed with the Wyre Forest Emergency Services Hub
Wednesday 12 October 2016
The Fire Authority gave the go ahead for the Wyre Forest Emergency Services Hub at their meeting yesterday morning (11 October). The decision followed an extensive 10 week consultation on the location of the hub and a full 12 week consultation on the principle of the hub.
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Local talented firefighters thrive in national challenge
Monday 10 October 2016
On Saturday 8 October, two teams of firefighters from Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service joined fire services from across the country to compete in the National Breathing Apparatus Challenge and the team from Broadway Fire Station managed to gain an impressive second place.
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