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…
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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…
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 &…
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…
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…
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…
Firefighters tackle sign language training
A number of firefighters in South Yorkshire are now able to deliver vital safety advice to hard of hearing and deaf people thanks to students and tutors at Communication Specialist…
South Yorkshire joins national on-call firefighter recruitment drive
South Yorkshire has joined a major national firefighter recruitment drive, which launches today. On-Call Firefighter Awareness Week (7-13 January) is a UK-wide initiative to get more people to protect their…
Firefighter provides fire safety education on trip to South Sudan
A firefighter from South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue has just returned back to the UK after spending two weeks improving fire safety in migrant camps in South Sudan. Clare Holmes,…
Staff fund and host Christmas dinner for rough sleepers
Rough sleepers from in and around Sheffield were served a three course Christmas dinner today (Wednesday 12 December) at South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue’s headquarters. The meal, which consisted of…