Older people benefiting from new slipper swap initiative A fire service funded project in South Yorkshire is helping to prevent trips and falls in older people in their homes. The Edlington Community Organisation, in partnership with South Yorkshire…Read More
Charity car wash events in March Firefighters will be washing cars throughout March as part of a national charity event. The event is aimed at raising money for The Fire Fighter’s Charity, which supports injured firefighters…Read More
Firefighter course is biggest in recent years South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue’s training and development centre is currently playing host to the biggest group of firefighter recruits in the organisation’s recent history. The 17 trainee firefighters, who…Read More
Sheffield man commended for life-saving actions A man from Sheffield has been commended by South Yorkshire's Chief Fire Officer for helping to save a woman’s life last year, after she became trapped in a river. Cole Johnson was walking across…Read More
Fire spate prompts warning to businesses Fire officers are issuing a warning to care homes, hotels and other South Yorkshire businesses this week following a series of recent tumble dryer fires. Firefighters from Stocksbridge, Tankersley and…Read More
Disgust after latest firefighter attack in Carcroft Firefighters were left ‘absolutely disgusted’ last night after having various objects thrown at them whilst attending an incident in Doncaster. Crews were called to Chestnut Avenue in Carcroft at 6.57pm…Read More
Fire service investing reserves in fire station improvements Fire station improvements are being prioritised as part of a major investment in fire service buildings, a report to the service’s governing Fire Authority will say. South Yorkshire Fire &…Read More
Fire service proposes digital efficiencies to free up time for firefighters Paper-based processes will be ditched and technology used more widely in a bid to free up time for firefighters and fire safety officers, a report will recommend. South Yorkshire Fire…Read More
Fire Authority to consider Council Tax precept rise The fire service’s governing Fire Authority will decide whether to increase its portion of Council Tax by 2.99% next year, at its budget setting meeting later this month. Current indications…Read More
Service makes life-saving ‘register your appliance’ plea It is now quicker and easier than ever to register large household appliances, such as washing machines and freezers, according to South Yorkshire firefighters. The claim comes on ‘Register My…Read More
