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10 April 2022

Firefighter recruits pass out in style

The Service’s second successive 12-week wholetime recruit course has drawn to an end.
 

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11 April 2022

Our top safety tips for motorcyclists

As the weather improves in April, we start to see more motorcyclists on the road and a rise in collisions involving bikers.

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Real life incidents
02 April 2022

Bull rescued from swimming pool

We were called to rescue a 600kg bullock who had fallen into a swimming pool after escaping his field.

 

 

 

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30 March 2022

Keeping communities safe – our five-year plan

We have launched our Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP) for 2022-27. 
 

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17 March 2022

The formal opening of Brixham Fire Station

On Saturday 5 March we celebrated the formal opening of the new Brixham Fire Station.

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Staff story
25 February 2022

Celebrating LGBT+ History Month

For LGBT+ History Month Shayne Scott Director of Finance, People and Estates in his own words shares his story. Shayne is part of our Fire Pride and Allies group.
 

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23 February 2022

Emma's story - supporting LGBT+ History Month

For LGBT+ history month, Emma gives her point of view from the perspective of being a supportive ally. Emma is chair of our Fire Pride and Allies group.

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21 February 2022

Community Risk Management Plan approved

Earlier today Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority (the Authority) approved our Community Risk Management Plan (2022-27).

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20 February 2022

Fire service sees worrying increase in carbon monoxide incidents and fire risks due to power cuts from Storm Eunice

Since Storm Eunice hit, Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service has se

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17 February 2022

Storm Eunice – how you can stay safe

 Advice on how to prepare and keep safe during Storm Eunice.

Chief Fire Officer, Lee Howell
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07 February 2022

Celebrating LGBT+ is more than changing our logo

We are proud to be celebrating LGBT+ history month. Chief Fire Officer, Lee Howell talks about the importance of inclusion and how embracing fresh ideas helps us all grow, develop and improve.

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03 February 2022

Thanks to you, our plan for keeping people in Devon and Somerset safe is progressing

Update following consultation on our draft Community Risk Management Plan.

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