‘Bring Your A-Game’ is the message in the new Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service road safety campaign.
The Service is launching its new campaign on Monday 10th June and will be taking part in events around the county and sharing advice centred around driving safely on A roads.
The Bring Your A Game message means you’re driving with due care and attention, are aware of your surroundings and making good choices.
Did you know that the majority of collisions happen on 60MPH more
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service has attended a serious collision on the A41 in Newport where a man has sadly died.
The Service was called at 8pm on Tuesday (28th May) to reports of a crash involving two vehicles. Crews from Telford, Wellington and Newport attended and found one of the cars was on fire.
Sadly, a man believed to be in his twenties died at the scene.
Fire Investigation Officer Adam Tempest said: “Our thoughts are with the man's loved ones more
How would you prepare for an emergency?
In a newly launched website, the government is encouraging people to think about what they would do if they and those around them were exposed to risks ranging from floods to fires to power cuts.
The website provides simple and effective steps people can take to be more prepared, at gov.uk/prepare. Taking action in advance will make it easier to manage an emergency if it does happen. The site is designed for residents in more
Sam Burton, currently an Area Manager at West Midlands Fire Service (WMFS), will be joining Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) as interim Assistant Chief Fire Officer at the end of this month.
She has been appointed to add senior capacity into the leadership team, working alongside service managers.
Sam is an experienced officer and has recently returned to WMFS from a secondment to Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service, where she undertook the role of Assistant Chief Fire more
A spokesperson for Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service said:
“We are aware of allegations made against officers within Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service. These complaints are being externally and independently investigated and we will take all appropriate actions when it has been completed.
“The Service takes all complaints extremely seriously and hold all our staff accountable, regardless of their position.
“We will share any outcomes of these investigations in due more
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is soaring to new heights with digital innovations.
The Service has introduced a host of new and exciting pieces of technology, including drones, body worn cameras, live streaming cameras and tablets to further advance the way we tackle fires and manage other incidents.
The live streaming camera has already helped in serious incidents, most recently during the search of a missing person who was last seen in their canoe on the river. The camera more
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is appealing to the public following a break in at Hodet Fire Station.
On Saturday 30th March, at around 11.20pm, a group of people broke into the fire station and stole cutting equipment before they were disturbed by a passer by. This comes just weeks after another break in at Newport Fire Station.
Area Manager Scott Hurford said: "We are extremely disappointed that this has happened at one of our fire stations. The equipment that more
We were alerted to a property fire at 8:20pm on Wednesday 13th March.
5 fire appliances including the Incident Support Unit were mobilised to The Curry House on Mardol from Shrewsbury, Telford Central and Wem. 3 fire officers and West Mercia Police were also in attendance.
The fire which is believed to have started in the kitchen was put out by crews wearing breathing apparatus using hose reel jets.
Group Manager Scott Bishop, who attended the incident, said:
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Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has commissioned and concluded an independent review into the culture of the organisation.
In November 2023, the Service implemented the more
But whether they’re lending a hand or simply seeking a snack, it’s important to make sure that they know the hazards of a hot hob.
As part of the Fire Kills campaign, Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is encouraging parents and carers to make any kitchen activities a chance for kids to learn about cooking safety.
Dione Morris, Children and Young Person's Prevention Officer, said:
“There are lots of creative ways to teach kids about cooking fire safety more
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