This section keeps you up-to-date with all that is going on across Cleveland Fire Brigade, below are some of our latest press releases.
You can contact the Communications Team on 01429 874035 (during office hours) or communications@clevelandfire.gov.uk
Cleveland Fire Brigade is urging communities to take simple steps to stay safe as it launches its annual Spring Safety Campaign. Running from 30 March to 5 May 2026, the campaign focuses on reducing deliberate fires and anti-social behaviour during a time of year when incidents traditionally increase. With lighter evenings and the school holidays approaching, fire crews typically see a rise in deliberate outdoor … Read more Every Fire Has a Cost: Play Your Part This Spring
New regulations to improve the fire safety of disabled and vulnerable people in high rise and higher risk residential buildings. The Fire Safety (Residential Evacuation Plans) (England) Regulations 2025 introduces new duties on building owners and managers in high-rise and higher risk residential buildings, to address the fire safety concerns of their most vulnerable tenants. Through these Regulations, residents with disabilities and impairments will be … Read more Residential Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (Residential PEEPs)
Cleveland Fire Brigade is pleased to announce the introduction of its new modular Foam Cannon system, designed to support the Service’s response to large‑scale industrial fires and hazardous material incidents. The Foam Cannon system consists of two integrated hook‑lift pod units designed for rapid deployment on industrial sites. Key features include: Foam Proportioner Pod Monitor Pod with High‑Volume Delivery The monitor provides: It can be … Read more Cleveland Fire Brigade Launches New Foam Cannon System
Cleveland Fire Brigade is urging residents across the area to complete a free Online Home Fire Safety Check – a simple step that could help prevent fires, protect loved ones and save lives. The online tool provides personalised fire safety advice based on each household’s home, behaviours and lifestyle. It guides users through their home, room by room, helping them spot everyday risks around cooking, … Read more Cleveland Fire Brigade encourages residents to complete free Home Fire Safety Check
With Bonfire Night fast approaching, Cleveland Fire Brigade is urging the public to help reduce the intense pressure on emergency services by attending organised firework displays instead of holding private events at home. We are also reminding residents to bring in their wheelie bins as soon as possible after collection. Wheelie bin fires are often started deliberately, and they can quickly spread, putting people, property, … Read more Bin the Risk: Celebrate Bonfire Night the Safe Way!
