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    09 May 2023

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    24 Mar 2023

    Assistant Chief Fire Officer Pete Bond looks back on over 25 years in the fire and rescue service

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Wildfire safety

We want you to enjoy the countryside in safety. Follow our advice to make sure you don't cause a wildfire.

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Do a free online home safety check

Most fires in the home start accidentally. Understand why fires start and what you can do to prevent them. You can do a check for family and friends too.

Do an online safety check now
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Fire safety for carers

Do you care for a family member or work as a professional care worker?

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Community conversations

Join our online Community Conversations event on Microsoft Teams on Friday 23 June, 2 - 3pm. We will be talking about how to stay safe outdoors this summer.

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May 30 '23
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The latest figures for incidents we've attended across Devon and Somerset. 

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Gavin Ellis
News
09 May 2023

New Chief Fire Officer to lead fire service in Devon and Somerset

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority has appointed Gavin Ellis to lead the organisation, acting up as Chief Fire Officer.

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Torquay Fire Station Open Day

Aug 12 '23

Join us for the Torquay Fire Station Open Day. A fun-filled day for all the family to enjoy! We have a number of exciting activities planned, including:

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Barnstaple Fire Station Open Day

Jul 15 '23

Open day on 15 July 2023.

Pete Bond
Staff story
24 March 2023

Assistant Chief Fire Officer Pete Bond looks back on over 25 years in the fire and rescue service

Pete Bond (pictured) will retire and bid farewell to the fire service on 31 March.

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17 March 2023

Ed receives Queen's Commendation for Bravery

Ed Durante has received the Queen's Commendation for Bravery for his actions helping to rescue a family from a burning car.

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07 March 2023

Celebrating International Women’s Day on 8 March

8 March is International Women’s Day and we will be celebrating with a networking event for our colleagues to learn from each other’s experiences.

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Staff story
04 December 2022

Ian overcomes a severe injury to become an on-call firefighter

Ian becomes an on-call firefighter after losing his leg following a road traffic collision.

Operational Resource Manager Pete Watts
News
23 November 2022

Proud day at the Remembrance Sunday Parade in London 

Every year, two of our uniformed colleagues attend the Remembrance Day parade in London.

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Wildfires

Most wildfires are caused by human behaviour.

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A smoke alarm could save your life. We recommend testing your smoke alarm at least once a month.

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