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Charity launches road safety push for people with learning difficulties and autism

A Rotherham based charity is working with the fire service to keep people with learning disabilities and autism safe on the roads. Speakup Self Advocacy is using Road Safety Week…

Fire service recognised for reservists support

The fire service was one of three Sheffield organisations to be recognised as being among the country’s leading employers for their support of the Reserve Forces, having been honoured at…

Boxing club wins fire service funding

Youngsters in the Manor area of Sheffield are fighting fit thanks to fire service funding for their local boxing club. De Hood boxing club has been awarded funding for equipment…

Smoking still a main cause of accidental fires

South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue is highlighting the dangers of smoking, after recent figures show these are still a main cause of accidental dwelling fires. Smoking related fires have remained…

Free alarms for private landlords

Free smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are being given to landlords in a bid to help them comply with new safety laws. Since October 1, all private landlords must fit…

Firefighter returns from Moldovan training mission

A South Yorkshire firefighter has returned from Moldova after helping to train the country’s fire crews in road traffic collision (RTC) rescue. Steve North, based at South Yorkshire Fire &…

‘Go to a display’ safety plea as bonfire night approaches

The fire service is repeating its annual safety call as thousands of people in South Yorkshire prepare to mark bonfire night. Though the fireworks period is traditionally one of South…

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Fire officers in Halloween fancy dress safety call

Fire safety bosses are calling for people to take care around candles as the Halloween party season hits full swing. Fancy dress costumes for children are under particular spotlight with…

South Yorkshire firefighter prepares for Moldovan training mission

A South Yorkshire firefighter is heading to Moldova to help train the country’s fire crews in road traffic collision (RTC) rescue. Steve North, based at South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue’s…

South Yorkshire’s first Emergency First Responder scheme

Firefighters at Stocksbridge station will be responding to medical emergencies as they become the first in South Yorkshire to take part in the Emergency First Responder (EFR) scheme. The scheme…

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