SYFR celebrate double win at Cutlers Awards
South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue staff members are celebrating a double award win at the Cutlers’ Company Police and Fire Service annual awards in recognition of their exemplary service. The…
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Public asked to do their bit ahead of second heatwave
Firefighters across South Yorkshire are urging members of the public to be extra careful over the coming days, following a new extreme heat warning from the Met Office. The national…
Chief Fire Officer praises crews after unprecedented heatwave fires
I want to pay tribute to and pass on huge thanks to firefighters, officers and control room staff who dealt with an unprecedented surge in demand for our services yesterday…
Major incident in South Yorkshire stood down
A major incident declared in South Yorkshire has been stood down. The number of fires being dealt with by emergency services has reduced significantly, but the fire service warns that…
Major incident declared due to demand on services from fires
The emergency services working across South Yorkshire have now declared a major incident due to the demand on services from fires across the county. The fires are being prioritised in…
Service launches new online home safety check system
With a cost of living crisis currently sweeping across the country, South Yorkshire’s fire service has doubled down on its efforts to keep people safe. South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue…
Kids talk about firefighting dads in new campaign video
The children of South Yorkshire firefighters have spoken about their ‘kind’, ‘loving’ and ‘brave’ dads in a brand new campaign video from the county’s fire service. Filmed as part of…
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Fire Authority names new Assistant Chief Fire Officer
South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Authority (SYFRA) has appointed a new Assistant Chief Fire Officer. Andy Strelczenie was appointed following a selection process which included a written application, operational assessment…
South Yorkshire firefighters back brave Molly’s bid to raise charity cash
South Yorkshire firefighters are supporting a brave Sheffield girl’s bid to raise vital cash for the charity which supported her care. Molly Williams, aged 9, was born with a rare…