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Surrey Fire and Rescue Service has changed the way it now responds to automatic fire alarm call outs (AFAs) to residential and domestic properties, by only attending if there’s been a 999 call to confirm there is a fire or signs of fire. This change, introduced last month, covers AFAs at properties including hotels, boarding … Continue reading
Last week, members of our service, including our Chief Fire Officer and Farnham’s White Watch, joined local Police Forces and Muslim communities to show support, learn more about Islam and observe Ramadan, as part of a ‘Fasting Collective’. During Ramadan, which usually lasts 30 days, with the first fast taking place from Monday 11th March, … Continue reading
Surrey County Council, Surrey Fire and Rescue Service, National Highways, Surrey Police and the Police and Crime Commissioner, have set out their plans to eliminate road collisions resulting in death or serious injury by 2050. In line with international and national best practice, a draft ‘Surrey RoadSafe Vision Zero’ strategy has been developed by the … Continue reading
The redevelopments of Chobham, Lingfield, and Reigate Fire Stations are due to start in Summer, 2024. Surrey County Council is continuing to invest in the redevelopment of the Fire Stations to improve and update the facilities. Originally scheduled for Spring 2024, the construction start-dates have been adjusted to accommodate the extensive planning involved in upgrading … Continue reading
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 County Council, Surrey Fire and Rescue Service, National Highways, Surrey Police and the Police and Crime Commissioner, have set out their plans to eliminate road collisions resulting in death or serious injury by 2050. In line with international and national best practice, a new, draft ‘Surrey RoadSafe Vision Zero’ strategy has been developed by … 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
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