‘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…
Attack on fire engine
Firefighters at Elm Lane fire station were returning from an incident at 7pm on Tuesday evening. While at the roundabout in Firth Park the fire engine was attacked by objects…
Smoke alarm giveaway for private landlords
South Yorkshire landlords are being urged to act now to ensure they comply with new safety laws aimed at saving lives. From 1 October, all private landlords must now fit…
Maltby station open day
Tuesday, 27 October 2015 10am – 4pm Maltby fire station – High Street, Rotherham, S66 8LA Activities include: • Road safety vehicles (Subaru & motorcycle) • Driving simulator • National…
Government consultation on emergency services collaboration
The Government is committed to driving increased collaboration between the emergency services to deliver more effective and efficient services for the public. With that in mind a consultation document has…
Sheffield firefighters named best of the best
A fire crew from Sheffield is celebrating after coming out on top in a national competition to test firefighters’ search and rescue skills in heat and smoke. Central White Watch…
Fire service hospice link up launched
A first-of-its-kind partnership between the fire service and Rotherham Hospice will see vital fire safety education delivered to hundreds of people suffering life limiting illnesses. The new scheme, launched to…