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Surrey Fire and Rescue Service are urging residents to be ‘Wildfire Aware’ this season, after crews have been responding to open fires across the country this week. Firefighters attended the open fires, largely caused by BBQs and campfires, in areas including Redhill Common, Frensham Common and woodland in Merstham. To prevent more from happening, the service … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is due to start trialing body worn cameras to enhance staff safety and capture video at incidents. This initial trial will see Fire Investigation Officers and Response Officers don the cameras. This initiative aims to eliminate any potential harassment and abuse towards staff, aid learning and support post-incident reviews … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service and the National Trust are urging residents across the county to be ‘Wildfire Aware’ this season, after a fire broke out recently at nature spot, Box Hill. On Sunday 9 March, Surrey Fire and Rescue Service crews responded to a grass fire at Box Hill, caused by four disposable barbeques. … Continue reading
Fire and rescue services in East Sussex, Kent, Surrey and West Sussex (known as ‘4F’) have appointed a new supplier to replace and standardise breathing apparatus equipment across the region. Interspiro has been announced as the successful supplier following a joint procurement and tender process to deliver the new breathing apparatus and ancillary equipment to … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) recently attended fire caused by a lithium-ion-powered mobility scooter charging in a communal hallway in Guildford. Thanks to the quick response of the crews, the fire was contained, and residents were kept safe. However, the incident highlights the risks posed by charging devices in communal areas or blocking escape … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is issuing an important safety warning to residents following a rise in battery related fires over the past five years. As of September this year the service has attended 55 battery related fires. In comparison, last year we attended 53 incidents, compared to 20 in 2022 and 13 in 2021. … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is proud to announce that Chief Fire Officer Dan Quin and Councillor Kevin Deanus, Cabinet Member for Fire and Rescue, and Resilience, have become SCAMbassadors for the Friends Against Scams initiative. This will empower SFRS to raise awareness, support victims of scams, and work with the community to combat … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service is calling on the public to help make this Christmas a little brighter for children who will be spending time in hospital over the festive period. From now until 19th December, Reigate Fire Station will serve as a drop-off point for new toy donations, which will be distributed to children … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service recognised 54 staff members and individuals at its annual Awards and Commendations Ceremony. The event, held on 15 October, at G Live, Guildford celebrated staff for their long service, professionalism and commitment to their roles. Awards were also handed out to dedicated volunteers, as well as community members for acts … Continue reading
Thousands of young people in Surrey have been inspired and fired up about their futures thanks to the 2024 Surrey Festival of Skills. From supercars to snakes, cooking masterclasses to computer game demonstrations, there were opportunities galore for students to explore at the Surrey County Council event. More than 2,000 students aged 14 to 18 … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service is supporting National Burn Awareness Day on 16 October by displaying vital first aid advice on its fire engines and service vehicles. The simple, impactful visuals emphasise the importance of running cool water over a burn for 20 minutes, a critical step in reducing injury severity. The initiative, in partnership … Continue reading
Surrey’s Local Resilience Forum (LRF) has officially adopted the Hillsborough Charter for bereaved families, reaffirming its commitment to supporting those who suffer unimaginable loss. The adoption took place during the Surrey LRF Executive Group meeting on 3 October. It is believed that Surrey is the first LRF to have adopted the charter. The Hillsborough Charter … Continue reading
Following the signing of an official Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Salvation Army, a new welfare unit has arrived at Woking Fire Station to support firefighters during incidents. The new MOU between both organisations will see the unit introduced to the service’s support for crews when dealing with large-scale incidents. The unit, in the … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service recently had the pleasure of welcoming local children from the Redhill Shakha group to Reigate Fire Station as part of their annual Raksha Bandhan celebrations. The event, which is centered around the Hindu festival of universal bonding and protection, highlighted the strong relationship between the fire service and the community. … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service has raised a total of £107,618 for The Firefighters Charity, in a fantastic year of fundraising. From charity walks to car washes and open days, the service has hosted and taken part in various events and activities between 2023-2024 to raise life-changing funds for firefighters and their families. Reaching new … Continue reading
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