Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is highlighting the need to take extra care with electricals as part of the National Fire Chief Council’s Electrical Fire Safety Week starting Monday 15 November.
The misuse of electricals/appliances and faulty appliances or leads caused a shocking 57.5 per cent of the accidental dwelling fires Shropshire crews attended between April 2020 and March 2021.
These types of fires are preventable if you follow our safety advice.
Two of Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service’s on-call firefighters were awarded Chief Fire Officer Commendations on Monday 15 November for their actions which helped save a woman’s life.
Watch Manager Ian Dudley and Firefighter Michael Oliver, from Clun Fire Station, were given the honour as part of the Celebration of Success Ceremony held at the Theatre Severn in Shrewsbury.
They were recognised for their response to an incident on Sunday 10 October where a lady had suffered a more
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service held the Celebration of Success ceremony on Monday 15 November at Theatre Severn, in Shrewsbury, to recognise the newest members of the on-call crews.
Nineteen new recruits were given a certificate for completing their training and becoming on-call firefighters with the Service. Among the new recruits was a retired headteacher, mechanic, paramedic and stunt rider.
Our on-call firefighters come from all different walks of life with varying more
One of Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service’s newest recruits is sharing her experience of joining the fire service.
Harriet Davies, aged 28, previously worked as Cabin Crew for British Airways before deciding to go down a different career path and pursue a career in the fire service.
Back in August 2020 Harriet attended a taster day held at Telford Central Fire Station, she said:
“I found the taster day extremely beneficial. It was a great opportunity to find more
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service would like to extend our warmest congratulations to all those who are celebrating the festival of lights ‘Diwali’ and send our best wishes to everyone to enjoy the festivities peacefully and safely.
Diwali – The Festival of Lights is the most significant and biggest occasion in the Hindu calendar and is also celebrated in Sikhism and Jainism . Diwali is a festival of warmth and love. Diwali is about visiting friends and relatives, sharing food and more
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is highlighting the importance of smoke alarms following a house fire in Sutton Hill, Telford.
The Service was called at around 2pm on Sunday 31 October to Southgate where a fire had started in a bedroom of the property.
Crews from Telford and Tweedale attended, and four firefighters wore breathing apparatus while using a hose reel jet and a covering jet to tackle the fire.
Thankfully the occupiers were alerted to the fire by their more
The cause of the large Barn fire in Longdon Upon Tern was found to be accidental.
Six crews attended the fire, yesterday (Thursday 28 October), which involved three barns containing; straw, potatoes and machinery.
Fire Investigation Officer Scott Bishop said:
"When the crews arrived the three barns were well alight and firefighters worked quickly to get the blaze under control. They worked closely with the owners and staff who used their machinery to help more
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service has signed the Armed Forces Covenant; the Service’s promise to provide support to the Armed Forces Community.
Assistant Chief Fire Officer Simon Hardiman met yesterday(25 October) with LT Col Toby Gaddum, SO1 Engagement (Reserves) 11th Signal & West Midlands Brigade to show the Service’s support. By signing the covenant, the Service formally recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to the more
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service will be visiting student accommodations this week as part of Student Fire Safety Week.
The campaign begins today (Monday October 25) and is hosted by the National Fire Chief’s Council.
This week our Fire Prevention Officers will be visiting halls of residents to review escape routes and locations of the rooms to make sure we can keep students as safe as possible.
We will also be giving students some tips and advice on staying safe. more
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is urging motorists to park with emergencies in mind following difficulties getting to a fire in Shrewsbury yesterday (Tuesday 19 October).
The Service was called to reports of a fire on Albert Street at around 12.40pm and the crews found it challenging to get the appliance close enough to the fire.
The firefighters rescued a man from the blaze who had to be taken to hospital for his injuries.
Station Manager Mark Weaver, who attended more
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