A quick thinking Telford schoolgirl has received a bravery award from senior fire officers for her actions in helping to evacuate her home in a house fire - and potentially saving lives.
Emma Whitehouse (8) remembered the fire safety...
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12th June, 2012
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is supporting Child Safety Week from June 18 to 24.
The brigade’s education Outreach vehicle will be at Meole Brace in Shrewsbury on June 19 and at the Asda supermarket in Donnington, Telford, on June 20...
11th June, 2012
A portable rescue stretcher to allow firefighters to more easily haul unconscious or injured people out of danger has been designed by a University of Derby student – with input from Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service.
The Rapid Evacuation...
1st June, 2012
The Safer Roads Partnership, West Mercia Police, Warwickshire County Council and Warwickshire Police are teaming up to warn people of the dangers of driving under the influence of drink or drugs during this summer.
With the Jubilee weekend...
31st May, 2012
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service are asking Telford residents to be vigilant after three recent property fires where on two occasions rubbish was set on fire and a third incident where a sofa was set alight.
The first incident occurred...
30th May, 2012
The Safer Roads Partnership in West Mercia is launching a new mobile speed enforcement site on the A458 in Ford, Shropshire, following concerns raised by the local community about the speeds of drivers along the 40mph road.
The new site,...
30th May, 2012
Oswestry needs new firefighters ready to turn out to answer emergency callouts in and around the town.
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is looking for men and women to join the team of skilled firefighters at Oswestry Fire Station who...
25th May, 2012
The issues of illegal money lending and arson are being highlighted in a touring performance, heading to local schools.
The England Illegal Money Lending Team are working in partnership with Shropshire and Telford and Wrekin Trading...
21st May, 2012
A court case in which a Shropshire takeaway owner was ordered to pay more than £2,500 in fines and costs should stand as a warning to other business owners to ensure they comply with their legal obligations for fire safety at business...
17th May, 2012
Long Service and Good Conduct Medals have been presented to 11 Shropshire firefighters and a member of the support staff at Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service by the Lord Lieutenant of Shropshire after completing 20 years service.
“They...
