Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is soaring to new heights with digital innovations.
The Service has introduced a host of new and exciting pieces of technology, including drones, body worn cameras, live streaming cameras and tablets to further advance the way we tackle fires and manage other incidents.
The live streaming camera has already helped in serious incidents, most recently during the search of a missing person who was last seen in their canoe on the river. The camera more
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is appealing to the public following a break in at Hodet Fire Station.
On Saturday 30th March, at around 11.20pm, a group of people broke into the fire station and stole cutting equipment before they were disturbed by a passer by. This comes just weeks after another break in at Newport Fire Station.
Area Manager Scott Hurford said: "We are extremely disappointed that this has happened at one of our fire stations. The equipment that more
We were alerted to a property fire at 8:20pm on Wednesday 13th March.
5 fire appliances including the Incident Support Unit were mobilised to The Curry House on Mardol from Shrewsbury, Telford Central and Wem. 3 fire officers and West Mercia Police were also in attendance.
The fire which is believed to have started in the kitchen was put out by crews wearing breathing apparatus using hose reel jets.
Group Manager Scott Bishop, who attended the incident, said:
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Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has commissioned and concluded an independent review into the culture of the organisation.
In November 2023, the Service implemented the more
But whether they’re lending a hand or simply seeking a snack, it’s important to make sure that they know the hazards of a hot hob.
As part of the Fire Kills campaign, Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is encouraging parents and carers to make any kitchen activities a chance for kids to learn about cooking safety.
Dione Morris, Children and Young Person's Prevention Officer, said:
“There are lots of creative ways to teach kids about cooking fire safety more
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is opening its doors at Tweedale Fire Station to show the public what it takes to be an on-call firefighter.
The taster day will take place on Saturday 24th February. The more
Shropshire and Wrekin Fire Authority is proposing an increase of 2.99 per cent to the portion of council tax which goes to Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service. This equates to just over £3.30 per year, or 6p per week and we want to hear what you think about the proposal.
The Authority is nationally recognised for delivering a top performing fire and rescue service, which constantly reviews how its services are delivered, to ensure that it runs effectively and efficiently for the public more
Meet Lee, who has been a firefighter here in Shropshire Fire and Resce Service for more than twenty years.
He joined in 2001 after being rejected on his first attempt to apply a few years prior. He said he began to research the role and take it more seriously before reapplying and being successful.
Lee said: "I wanted to join an organisation that supported the community and to feel that I could be a useful part of the organisation.
"I know it sounds cliche more
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service are reminding the public to extra care with cigarettes following a serious fire in Oswestry.
Crews were called to Queen Elixabeth Close at around 5.20pm on Tuesday 30th January to reports of smoke coming from a property. Firefighters from Oswestry attended and quickly entered the building wearing breathing apparatus and rescued a woman from the fire.
The woman was given first aid and oxygen therapy by the crew before being left in the care more
Look and Refer training is free fire safety in the home awareness training available to everyone, but with a focus on those who visit/support/care for people in the community e.g carers, volunteer groups, partner agency professionals.
This is an interactive session led by one of our Prevention Officers helping to identify any fire risks within the homes you work in or visit.
To book on this session email safeandwell@ more
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service
Service Headquarters
St Michael's Street
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY1 2HJ
Tel: 01743 260 200
Email: enquiries@shropshirefire.gov.uk
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