News

30th June, 2014

The people of Shropshire are being asked to give their views on major cost cutting plans for Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service at a series of public meetings being held across the county in July.

The public can question fire chiefs and...

24th June, 2014

Children are learning about fire safety with Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service during Child Safety Week.

Fire crews from across the county are educating youngsters about the dangers from fire at a series of events.

They include...

17th June, 2014

A firefighter who feared she would never walk again after breaking her back in an accident will walk up The Wrekin for the final trip of a marathon 52 week challenge which has raised £1,500 for charity.

Sally Barnett will set off at 9am on...

16th June, 2014

Three members of Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service have been honoured with invites to the Queen's Royal Garden parties.

Wem Watch Manager Phil Smith, Shrewsbury Fire Control Watch Manager Ian Titley and Station Manager Neil Griffiths...

3rd June, 2014

A total of 12 firefighters received their medals to recognise 20 years of Long Service and Good Conduct including Kevin Williams from Oswestry Fire Station, Ludlow's Jason Norgrove and Albrighton's Lee Morris.

3rd June, 2014

A Shropshire firefighter who has helped to raise more than £42,000 has been recognised for his “outstanding” contribution to charity.

An “on call” firefighter at Prees and Hodnet fire stations, Alan Smith received the Telent Shield for his...

2nd June, 2014

A total of 249 people have been rescued by Shropshire firefighters over the past year, revealed the Assistant Chief Fire Officer.

They were saved from fires, cut free from crashed vehicles and rescued from floods, said Andy Johnson at a...