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Surrey Fire and Rescue Service have invested in five new state-of-the-art drones to help in life-threatening incidents to keep communities and crews safe. Equipped with the latest technology including thermal imaging, high-resolution imagery and the ability to live stream footage directly to the control centre, the new and improved drones are also readily available 24/7 … Continue reading
The minister responsible for local resilience and emergencies met residents who were impacted by the recent floods in Surrey, including Spelthorne and Runnymede. Baroness Scott from the Department of Levelling Up, Housing and Communities made the visit on 19 January at Chertsey Fire Station to meet the emergency partners involved in the response effort. Surrey Fire … Continue reading
Chobham Fire Station will be relocating to Woking in Spring 2024 as essential development works start at the on-call station. The crew and all equipment will be based at nearby Woking Fire Station from April and during the construction period which is due to last for approximately one year. This relocation follows a project of … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is urging people to prioritise home fire safety in 2024 by taking part in its #FireSafeResolution. This new year initiative urges people to make a New Year’s resolution to check their fire alarms once a week. Ellie Hayes, who works in SFRS’s Community Safety Team, said it’s essential that people have a working smoke alarm in their homes. She said: … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service welcomed siblings, George, aged 12 and Olivia, aged 9 to Camberley Fire Station recently, after the heroic pair saved their younger brother’s life in a house fire last December. After hearing the fire alarm sound whilst at their dad’s house, George noticed the tumble dryer on fire and together … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) in collaboration with Surrey County Council’s Land and Property, have engaged in constructive conversations with Surrey Police to support with their relocation from Reigate Police Station. This is following the discovery of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) within the construction of Reigate Police Station. SFRS have met with colleagues from … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service’s recruitment video, produced in collaboration with the video production agency, LIQUONA, has won an award at the Recruitment Marketing Awards. Judges for the award ceremony, which was held on 26 October, praised the video stating, “Excellent video really showcasing the Surrey Fire and Rescue Service – diverse yet original.” … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service Awards & Commendations were held on 11 October, at Dorking Halls. During the ceremony staff were recognised for long service, professionalism and commitment to their roles. Awards were also handed out to dedicated volunteers and members of the public for acts of bravery. Chief Fire Officer, Dan Quin said: “Tonight … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has received positive feedback for its progress in culture in an official report published today, 13 September 2023. Following an inspection of the service by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Service (HMICFRS) throughout March and April, inspectors praised the ‘positive working culture.’ The report stated … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) welcomed 23 new recruits into the service at their Pass Out Parade on Sunday (20 August). The new Firefighters and Joint Fire Control Operators were joined by family and friends for the special occasion which was held at SFRS headquarters in Reigate. The new recruits were presented with their … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) have launched an initiative aimed at fostering a more inclusive and supportive environment for women and girls across Surrey. Following a recent menstrual health education session, the SFRS Community Safety Partnership team is now equipped to provide support and period products to women and girls who need them when … Continue reading
Surrey County Council (SCC) is redeveloping Reigate Fire Station and they’re asking local residents to have their say on proposals. The proposal involves a redevelopment of the current fire station, providing the following benefits: Local residents are being invited to the station on Wednesday 21 June, 4pm–7.30pm and Thursday 22 June, 12.30pm–4pm to hear more … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has appointed Jon Simpson as its new permanent Assistant Chief Fire Officer – Service Delivery. Jon joined Surrey Fire and Rescue Service on secondment as Assistant Chief Fire Officer in August last year. He joined from West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service where he served from 1993. During Jon’s … Continue reading
On Wednesday (26 April), Surrey County Council’s (SCC’s) Cabinet approved initial plans to invest in and redevelop Reigate Fire Station. SCC is the fire and rescue authority for Surrey Fire and Rescue Service. The plans propose a part-demolish and rebuild of the current fire station, located at Wray Park, this includes: Surrey’s Chief Fire Officer, … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service’s (SFRS) Chief Fire Officer, Dan Quin, has been appointed to head up the National Fire Chief Council’s (NFCC) road safety and road rescue teams. Dan will be undertaking the additional road safety lead element of the role, from March 2023, alongside his role as Chief Fire Officer, which he was … Continue reading
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