Firefighting2 days ago'Inspirational' firefighter retires after 41 yearsTom Reid's career includes dealing with a devastating fire on land where he had done forestry work.2 days agoEngland23 Feb 2025Mental health research 'vital' for firefightersFirefighters are "being let down by patchy and inconsistent mental health support", a union says.23 Feb 2025Lancashire11 Feb 2025Firefighter numbers may be cut due to funds - PFCCBen Adams warns the service needs more funding to be announced in the government's spending review.11 Feb 2025Stoke & Staffordshire21 Jan 2025Campervans destroyed in fire under flyoverPictures from the scene show flames licking the underside of the Blaydon Highway bridge.21 Jan 2025Tyne19 Jan 2025Barn fire breaks out near motorwayThe fire service warns drivers to close windows and air vents as they pass Sherburn House village.19 Jan 2025Wear16 Jan 2025Tributes paid to 'unique' former lord mayorJeff Lovell is hailed as the "king of Knowle West" and the "epitome of a nice guy".16 Jan 2025Bristol16 Jan 2025Actors surprise firefighters in training sessionA Colnbrook drama society puts Wokingham firefighters through their paces in a live training session.16 Jan 2025Berkshire15 Jan 2025Plan to change how fire service responds to alarmsDevon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service proposes filtering call outs to cut down on false alarms.15 Jan 2025England14 Jan 2025LA brain surgeon saves street from 'apocalyptic' wildfiresChester Griffiths says the ferocity of the flames demonstrates the need for residents to be prepared.14 Jan 2025US & Canada...