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    Give the gift of safety this Christmas

    With the festive season fast approaching, Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is urging everyone to remember that good gifts should be safe gifts. When buying electrical gifts like straighteners, hairdryers or kitchen gadgets, check for a CE or UKCA mark on the product Remember that cheap third-party electrical goods often fail to…

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    No Smoking Day is the ideal occasion to remember how dangerous smoking can be in the home

    Smoking is one of the biggest causes of death and illness in the UK.  Accidental fires started by cigarettes and… Read more

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    Stay safe from fire while having fun on Pancake Day

    Shrove Tuesday (1st March) marks the beginning of Lent, when people around the country fire up their cookers to make… Read more

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    Have fun if you’re cooking up recipes during the February half term – but please take care in the kitchen

    During the February half term this week, many children across Herefordshire and Worcestershire may be spending more time in the… Read more

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    Don’t let your Valentine’s Day be a recipe for disaster

    Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service is reminding couples to stay safe this Valentine’s Day (14 February) while cooking… Read more

  • Take extra care when using heating appliances

    Take extra care when using heating appliances

    Following the rise in heating costs, and with winter not yet over, Herefordshire & Worcestershire Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS)… Read more

  • Recent increase in chimney fires in our area – so if you haven’t had yours swept recently, now is the time to get it done

    Recent increase in chimney fires in our area – so if you haven’t had yours swept recently, now is the time to get it done

    Following a recent spate of chimney and woodburner fires in the area, Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service is… Read more

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    Sky lanterns are attractive and fun but they pose a serious fire risk

    With the Chinese New Year starting tomorrow (1 February 2022), please make fire safety a priority. Read more

  • Sunlight and glassware don’t mix where fire safety is concerned

    Sunlight and glassware don’t mix where fire safety is concerned

    Following two serious fires in Merseyside caused by sunlight reflecting off mirrors during recent dazzling weather, HWFRS is reminding people… Read more

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    Fire safety in the home – be extra careful and avoid fires in the first place

    With many people still staying at home, Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is asking everyone to be… Read more

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    Lived with your gadgets for a while? Make it official for over 100 million hidden appliances by registering them with AMDEA

    Today marks the start of Register My Appliance Week (17 – 21 January), so as part of the Fire Kills… Read more

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    How many smoke alarms do you have and do they work?

    The New Year has arrived and if you’re looking ahead, why not make fire safety one of your priorities? Read more

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    Don’t let fire make your celebrations a wash out this Christmas

    Present-wrapping, decorating your home and dinner with all the trimmings will hopefully take our minds off other concerns this yuletide.… Read more

  • Regular equipment and safety checks can help to avoid problems

    Regular equipment and safety checks can help to avoid problems

    Within the last three months, Kidderminster has experience two very significant industrial fires (both of which required in excess of… Read more

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    Are you ready for winter and what the weather can throw at you?

    As the nights get colder and dark for longer, the chances of severe weather increase. Storms, floods and other extreme… Read more

  • Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service urges everyone to be ‘carbon monoxide aware’ during CO Awareness Week 2021

    Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service urges everyone to be ‘carbon monoxide aware’ during CO Awareness Week 2021

    Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service is urging people to test their carbon monoxide alarms to ensure they are… Read more

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    Don’t let an electrical failure set your world ablaze

    As part of Electrical Fire Safety Week from 22 to 28 November, Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS)… Read more

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    Help save lives by parking sensibly during Road Safety Week – and be a Road Safety Hero

    This week is Road Safety Week (15-21 November), sponsored by road safety charity BRAKE, and Hereford & Worcester Fire and… Read more

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    Be ‘fire aware’ when settling in at college after excitement of Freshers Week

    As students get used to university and college life after the excitements of Freshers Week, Hereford & Worcester Fire and… Read more

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    Be cautious if you’re having Guy Fawkes celebrations at home this year – even better why not visit an organised event?

    Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is urging people to think twice about having firework celebrations at home… Read more

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    Wear ‘fire-safer’ costumes for a fun Halloween – says Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service

    Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service is reminding parents and anyone looking after children to keep their youngsters safe… Read more

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    HWFRS helps spread the registration message this Product Safety Week

    Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service is reminding appliance owners to register their fridges, washing machines or dishwashers this… Read more

  • Is that item a scald or burn risk to your children? Help drive down accidents on National Burn Awareness Day

    Is that item a scald or burn risk to your children? Help drive down accidents on National Burn Awareness Day

    On National Burn Awareness Day, 13 October 2021, Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service is aiming to drive down… Read more

  • Do you have enough smoke alarms in your home and when did you last check them?

    Do you have enough smoke alarms in your home and when did you last check them?

    October is Check Your Smoke Alarm month in the Fire Kills campaign, so HWFRS is urging people to test their… Read more

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    Check friends’ and relatives’ smoke alarms on Older People’s Day

    On Older People’s Day (October 1), Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service is encouraging people who support older friends… Read more