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Candle with Care

Handle your candles with care is the safety message from Cleveland Fire Brigade as many of us are tempted to create a cosy atmosphere at home during the long dark nights or even use them to stay warm as energy bills continue to rise. An open flame, if left unattended or knocked over, can spark a serious fire within minutes. Robin Turnbull, Area Manager, Protection, … Read more Candle with Care »

Remember, Remember to Be Smart, Be Safe and Be Sensible this November

With one of the busiest nights of the year for fire and rescue services just around the corner, Cleveland Fire Brigade is reminding everyone to be smart, be safe and be sensible this fireworks period. This year, in a drive to reduce the incidence of deliberate fires, Cleveland Fire Brigade are urging residents to where possible attend organised displays. The safety advice is in response … Read more Remember, Remember to Be Smart, Be Safe and Be Sensible this November »

Stay Safe and Warm campaign to provide a vital lifeline to residents this Winter

An award-winning initiative has been launched today to provide vital support to families and people living in Cleveland who may struggle to stay warm this winter. With the cost-of-living crisis expected to put significant strain on families this winter, Cleveland Fire Brigade’s annual Stay Safe and Warm campaign is on hand to help those people most at risk. The scheme, which runs from October 2022 … Read more Stay Safe and Warm campaign to provide a vital lifeline to residents this Winter »

Cleveland Fire Brigade urges people to ‘Stay Fire Safe’ this Winter

As the cost-of-living soars across the UK, Cleveland Fire Brigade are reminding residents to take extra care to protect themselves from accidental fires and carbon monoxide poisoning when heating their home this winter. The advice comes following the NFCC’s ‘Stay Fire Safe’ campaign, which has been launched today in response to the cost-of-living crisis hitting a record high and people looking at unconventional and potentially … Read more Cleveland Fire Brigade urges people to ‘Stay Fire Safe’ this Winter »

Cleveland fire engines join fourth convoy of UK aid for Ukraine

Two fire engines and various equipment from Cleveland Fire Authority have left this morning to join a fourth convoy of UK aid travelling to Ukraine. Cleveland Fire Brigade will be part of the fourth convoy, organised by the UK charity FIRE AID and International Development, the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC), EASST, and the wider fire industry. A team of six Cleveland firefighters have volunteered to … Read more Cleveland fire engines join fourth convoy of UK aid for Ukraine »