…y report any information about deliberate fires or violent attacks against staff to a confidential telephone line or via their website. Tell us what you know, call FireStoppers on 0800 169 5558 or go to www.firestoppersreport.co.uk and complete the simple online form. 100% anonymous. Always….

…all make a difference and keep our communities safe.” 85% of our fire calls are deliberate fires with the main targets being rubbish, grasslands and vehicles. So, it’s time to spring into action and help us stop arson. You can do this by not adding fuel to the fire and keeping your neighbourhoods safe. The hotspot areas of Redcar and Cleveland and Middlesbrough will be targeted alongside Stockton…

…real emergencies where lives may be at risk. “Such violence puts firefighters at risk of serious injury. Cleveland Fire Brigade will not tolerate such attacks. Our vehicles are fitted with CCTV cameras and staff are equipped with body cams and we will use any evidence we have to support the police to secure a prosecution of anyone who has been violent towards our staff.” “We would like to appeal d…

…es or projects that reduce the opportunity for arsonists to start fires.  We know where the fires are happening. We need your help to prevent them. We encourage community groups to think outside the box and be creative. “We are offering small grants and you can apply for any amount up to £3,000. We expect projects to be completed within 12 months of the grant being issued. Your application must tel…