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Chimneys, fires and log burners

Log burners and open fires are a great way to stay warm at home. But if you don’t know how to enjoy them safely, they can get out of control.

Read about how to avoid having a chimney fire

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Sep 29 '22

29 Sep 9.53pm Brympton

Property fire

Domestic

Sep 29 '22

29 Sep 7.54pm Topsham

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Open water

Sep 28 '22

28 Sep 11.11am St. Budeaux

Property fire

Domestic

Sep 28 '22

28 Sep 9.43am Brixham

Road traffic collision

Small vehicle

Sep 26 '22

26 Sep 5.18am Roundham with Hyde

Property fire

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Sep 25 '22

25 Sep 11.36pm St. Marychurch

Property fire

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Sep 25 '22

25 Sep 9.16pm Wells

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25 Sep 11.32am Hatherleigh

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Sep 20 '22

20 Sep 3.14pm Honicknowle

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Sep 20 '22

20 Sep 2.15pm Hemyock

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Last updated: 12.02am - 30 September 2022

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Open day at Paignton Fire Station

Oct 08 '22

Enjoy a ‘Brew with a Crew’ at Paignton Fire Station on Saturday, 8 October, 10am – 3pm.

A few chimneys in a row, with smoke coming out of the one in the middle. Only the roofs of the houses can be seen, as well as some of the brick wall of the first in the row, and a grey sky. There are a few trees in the background with no leaves, so it's clearly autumn.

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27 September 2022

Stop a chimney fire from happening to you

Top tips to reduce your risk of a chimney fire happening in your home.

Her Majesty The Queen is photographed sitting down and looking off to the side of the camera in a black and white photograph.

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08 September 2022

Queen Elizabeth II

We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty the Queen.

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Minehead Fire Station recruitment day

Oct 01 '22

Minehead Fire Station will be holding an open day on Saturday 1 October, 10am - 4pm.

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17 August 2022

Dawlish man pleads guilty to fire safety offences

Want to know the consequences of not following fire safety laws?

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28 July 2022

Concerned about wildfire risk in your area?

We have had a few queries from people worried about the risk of wildfire near their homes. Here’s our advice on what to do to reduce the risk of wildfires, or have a concern about a neighbour.

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22 July 2022

Reducing the risk of wildfires during hot and dry weather

This week we have seen dramatic scenes as our firefighter colleagues from across the country have battled wildfires and worked to protect homes and businesses nearby.