Shropshire firefighters who worked tirelessly to free a dog trapped down a rabbit hole were named as finalists in the national Dogs Trust Honours 2011.
Using shovels and listening equipment designed to rescue people trapped in collapsed buildings, firefighters eventually got Cookie out in a rescue which took three hours.
Now in its fourth year, Dogs Trust Honours is the awards ceremony that celebrates the relationship between man and dog.
The public put forward a record more
Thousands of schoolchildren in Telford & Wrekin have learned essential safety messages – and enjoyed lots of fun – at the annual Crucial Crew events, say organisers.
The event, sponsored by E.ON, has attracted 25,000 11-year-olds who have learned all about fire and electricity safety, road safety, stranger danger and first aid over the past 18 years.
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service, which now organises the event, praised E.ON for its long term support and for providing more
The Safer Roads Partnership and West Mercia Police are today warning people of the dangers of driving under the influence of drink or drugs during this summer.
With the summer months and warmer weather approaching drink and drug drive offences typically increase and to combat this, enforcement of these offences over the summer will be a key priority for West Mercia Police. Roadside checks will be carried out at all times of the day and night and on all types of road more
A major exercise to test emergency resilience saw representatives from 16 fire and rescue services visiting Avon this weekend.
More than 120 firefighters from as far afield as Northern Ireland and Merseyside joined colleagues from Avon Fire & Rescue Service in three large scale exercises. In scenarios taking place at Avonmouth Docks and Chew Valley Lake crews put 13 High Volume Pumps (HVPs) through their paces.
During the weekend the 13 pumps were used in three exercises. more
Refreshments will be available from The Plough Inn both before and after the ride out.
We are asking for a donation of £5 per person to raise money for The Firefighters Charity and Cancer Research Donations can also be made here http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/team/MatesofMat
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The dramatic story of how Shropshire firefighters ran into a burning home to rescue a young woman trapped upstairs will be re-told on TV’s popular BBC Real Rescues programme.
Laura Smith (20) would not have survived if it was not for the bravery of two firefighters who battled to put out flames ahead of them jeopardising their safety as they raced upstairs through black and choking smoke in the middle of the night rescue at a Shrewsbury house.
Fire control operator Theresa more
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service attended an arson attack at 3:51am on Monday 23rd May at Briery Lane, Bicton Heath, Shrewsbury.
It is believed flammable material had been pushed though the letter box of a property, igniting the doorframe. A male occupant was woken by the sound of the letter box opening, and raised the alarm. The occupants managed to escape from the building.
We would urge people to ensure that they have smoke alarms fitted to their premises and more
Teach children about fire safety – that is the vital message from Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service.
Children and young people need to know exactly what to do if fire breaks out in their home, said Community Fire Safety officer Charlie Cartwright.
They must also know how to take sensible precautions to prevent a blaze, he said.
“There’s nothing more important than the safety of a child in the home. Get into the habit of taking a quick glance around the room for hazards more
The Preventative Services Team at the Community Council of Shropshire are organising Free Local Community Information Events.
The aim of these events is to provide a one stop shop for the local, vulnerable, and or senior residents in and around the surrounding area of the venue. Bringing together voluntary and statutory bodies that provide services to these communities. This enables the organisations and the attendees to engage and receive information about support available locally more
The Preventative Services Team at the Community Council of Shropshire are organising Free Local Community Information Events.
The aim of these events is to provide a one stop shop for the local, vulnerable, and or senior residents in and around the surrounding area of the venue. Bringing together voluntary and statutory bodies that provide services to these communities. This enables the organisations and the attendees to engage and receive information about support available locally more
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service
Service Headquarters
St Michael's Street
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY1 2HJ
Tel: 01743 260 200
Email: enquiries@shropshirefire.gov.uk
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