Fire chiefs have urged the public to be aware of wildfire risks as more than fifty firefighters battled to extinguish a West Lothian wildfire yesterday. Continue reading Wildfire warning as firefighters tackle Fauldhouse blaze
Tag: Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
“Heartbreaking”: Mundell visits fire site
The Secretary of State for Scotland David Mundell visited Glasgow School of Art (GSA) on Friday, to hear about the impact of the fire. Continue reading “Heartbreaking”: Mundell visits fire site
Glasgow School of Art fire investigation “will take some time”
An investigation into the fire that took hold of The Glasgow School of Art, O2 ABC and adjoining buildings at the weekend will be complex and thorough.
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Glasgow School of Art fire: operation continues
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service remains in attendance this morning at The Glasgow School of Art, O2 ABC and adjoining buildings following Friday night’s major fire. Continue reading Glasgow School of Art fire: operation continues
Fire service stalwarts receive Royal honours
The outstanding contribution of four inspirational Scottish Fire and Rescue Service figures has been recognised as part of the Queen’s Birthday Honours List.
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Public must play their part in preventing wildfires
Firefighters across the Highlands are still working tirelessly to tackle a significant wildfire in the Torridon area, which has been ongoing since Sunday morning. Continue reading Public must play their part in preventing wildfires
MSPs praise “phenomenal” SFRS training facilities
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service was delighted to welcome MSPs Annie Wells and Miles Briggs to the National Training Centre to find out about efforts to support the elderly and vulnerable yesterday. Continue reading MSPs praise “phenomenal” SFRS training facilities
Fallen colleagues remembered on inaugural Firefighters’ Memorial Day
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service marked Firefighters’ Memorial Day yesterday and honoured the sacrifice of firefighters who have fallen in the line of duty. Firefighters across the UK came together on Friday, May 4 to remember the bravery of colleagues serving and protecting communities from harm. Continue reading Fallen colleagues remembered on inaugural Firefighters’ Memorial Day
Be Water Aware: Scottish Fire and Rescue Service supports safety campaign
Assistant Chief Officer David McGown warns of the dangers water can present
Many people who accidently drown never intended to enter the water, statistics show. Over 300 people in the UK tragically die every year after tripping, falling or simply underestimating the risks of being near water. Now, the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has joined forces with UK colleagues to raise awareness of the dangers. Continue reading Be Water Aware: Scottish Fire and Rescue Service supports safety campaign
SFRS celebrates five years of protecting Scotland’s communities
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service family has been hailed as “amazing and committed” as the national organisation marks its fifth birthday. Continue reading SFRS celebrates five years of protecting Scotland’s communities