Archive for 2022
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Suspected gas explosion – update from West Mercia Police
Wednesday 28 December 2022
A 31-year-old man remains critically ill in hospital this afternoon following a suspected gas explosion at a home in Evesham, Worcestershire, yesterday.
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Make a New Year pledge to volunteer with the Fire and Rescue Service and make a difference in your community
Wednesday 28 December 2022
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is still recruiting community volunteers – people with a whole range of life experiences who support our protection and prevention work in local communities.
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Suspected gas explosion in Evesham - message from West Mercia Police
Tuesday 27 December 2022
Four adults have been injured and taken to hospital following a suspected gas explosion in Evesham this evening.
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Chief Fire Officer pays tribute to the community for their support this year, with a reminder to keep fire and weather safety in mind at Christmas.
Thursday 22 December 2022
As we enter the festive holiday for 2022, I would like to take this opportunity to reflect on another busy year for your Fire and Rescue Service and to record my thanks to the community we serve for all your support.
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HWFRS joins West Mercia Police and other emergency services at Blue Light Carol Service in Worcester Cathedral
Wednesday 21 December 2022
Officers from Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service joined emergency service colleagues from West Mercia Police and the ambulance service for an inspiring carol service in Worcester Cathedral last night (Tuesday 20 December)
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Don’t let fire put a dampener on your celebrations this Christmas
Tuesday 20 December 2022
Present-wrapping, decorating your home and Christmas dinner will hopefully take our minds off other concerns this yuletide.
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Make sure you’re ready for winter – and don’t cut corners on safety to save on energy bills
Friday 16 December 2022
As the nights get colder and dark for longer, the chances of severe weather increase.
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Don’t walk on frozen lakes or rivers, urges HWFRS - the ice might be thinner than you think
Thursday 15 December 2022
Following the recent tragedy at Babbs Mill Lake, Solihull, when a number of children fell through the ice and four have sadly lost their lives, Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service are reminding people to take exceptional care during the current sub-zero temperatures.
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North District exercise ‘Highest Peak’ held at Coniston House, Kidderminster
Tuesday 13 December 2022
Fire crews from across Worcestershire deployed to a ‘burning’ tall building in Kidderminster last week.
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Josh uses his fire service training to help to save a life
Tuesday 13 December 2022
A Droitwich firefighter has received an award after using his fire service training to help save a life earlier this year.
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