Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service
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In the last year we've attended 327 accidental house fires. Nearly half were caused by cooking π₯
Whether multi-tasking or getting dinner ready quickly, donβt let distractions get in the way.
Avoid any #KitchenNightmares & turn off the heat if you need to step away!
Is your car in need of a springtime clean? π
If so, then why not head to AshbourneFireStnD23 charity car wash this Saturday between 10am and 3pm
Come along, show your support and drive away in a sparkling clean car! All funds raised will go to The Fire Fighters Charity.
40% of people who accidentally drowned in 2022 had no intention of entering the water π§
If you see someone in trouble in water, remember this lifesaving advice:
βͺ Call 999
βͺ Tell them to float on their back
βͺ Throw something to help them float
#BeWaterAware #RespectTeWater
Your dog may love water, but if they ever get into trouble in it do not attempt to rescue them πΆ
Think, who would rescue you? Most dogs manage to scramble out - some owners are not so lucky!
Find safety advice β‘οΈow.ly/xX3q50Rn7h3
#BeWaterAware
Our Fire Safety Inspectors recently visited University of Derby to speak with architecture & engineering students.
They covered many topics including sprinklers to help inform building projects of the future ποΈ
Many thanks to the School of Architecture for the invitation!
You want your smoke alarm to take good care of you in the event of a fire, right?
Well, here is your weekly reminder to test your smoke alarm. π‘
#TestItTuesday #PressToTest
Great pictures courtesy of Dronfield Fire Station taken during the wildfire training exercise at Burbage Moor yesterday πΈ
Thanks to South Yorkshire Fire for hosting our crews and colleagues from Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service π
Careful not to lose your footing on your stroll or run near the waterside πΆββοΈπββοΈ
Riverbanks and coastal paths can be unstable.
Stay safe - stick to proper pathways and away from the edge!
Find safety tips π ow.ly/tXEw50RlUSk #BeWaterAware
π Heading home from the office? Please spare a thought for your older friends, relatives or neighbours.
Visit & help them complete our DIY Home Fire Safety Check.
It will identify if those you care about are at risk. #FindTheTime π ow.ly/Takt50Ou7be
We're resharing #ThandosStory to kick start National Fire Chiefs Council #BeWaterAware week π
DFRS created the video last year with the parents of 15-year-old Thando Ndlovu, who tragically lost his life in water near Swarkestone Bridge in 2021.
Watch in full: youtube.com/watch?v=2Jz5t3β¦
Good Morning Derbyshireπ. #Control_White are now on duty for our first day shift until 1900hrs. Have a great day and stay safeπ§βπ.
Best of luck to those from #TeamDFRS running in the #LondonMarathon today πββοΈ
Our very own AM Clive Stanbrook, ICT Trainer Nicola Tomlinson, WM Chris Cotton & WM Marc Finlay will be taking part and raising funds for National Autistic Society & Teenage Cancer Trust.
Good luck all - you've got this!
Next week we're supporting National Fire Chiefs Council drowning prevention & water safety week.
We've proudly joined the efforts by sharing our video #ThandosStory as part of the toolkit to help prevent accidental drownings across the UK.
Read more: ow.ly/1Ue350RjXeP #BeWaterAware
Fires can occur when oil or fat in the pan gets too hot π₯
Since April 2023, we've attended 327 accidental house fires. Nearly half were caused by cooking.
When you're cooking if the oil starts to smoke, itβs too hot β turn off the heat & let it cool! #KitchenNightmares
Don't forget to pop along to @CRICHFIRE's open day tomorrow 12-4pm π
There'll be lots to see and do including a chance to meet your local firefighters!
Come and show your support if you're in the area but please note there is no parking on station.
This morning #LongEaton_Blue attended this chimney fire π₯
Please remember to maintain your chimneys and to have them swept regularly. Fit smoke alarms on every level of your home and test them weekly too.
Our advice on preventing chimney fires: ow.ly/BUBW50RjP2f