Does your #EscapePlan include a plan B? What if your normal exit was blocked?

It doesn’t have to be a Great Escape. Just #GetOutStayOut .

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#OneTeamForBerkshire

Remember to #RespectTheWater !

If you find yourself in difficulty in the water, don’t panic. Lean back in the water and float on your back until the effects of cold water shock pass.

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#WaterWise #OneTeamForBerkshire

🚨 Only a few days left to have your say 🚨

We’re asking for your views on how we respond to automatic fire alarms.

99% of the calls we receive from automatic fire alarms are false alarms.

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Please don't be tempted to cool off in open water. Whilst the weather is warming up, rivers and lakes are still cold.

Cold water shock catches even the best swimmers out.

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#BeWaterAware

A warm welcome to our 17 new Wholetime Firefighters, who have graduated today at a ceremony in Maidenhead. They will now continue their development at stations across Berkshire. #oneteamforberkshire

Just one week left to apply for our Procurement Manager position.

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A new vehicle has been added to our fleet – the Decontamination and Environmental Protection Unit.

Working in partnership with Environment Agency, it will be used to support the limiting the exposure of hazardous materials at incidents.

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We recently welcomed Emanuel and Anton, firefighters from Greater Stockholm Fire Brigade to Whitley Wood Fire Station.

The visit was a great opportunity to share learning and experience between our crew and their fire service.

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As the weather warms up, remember to #BeWaterAware !

If someone is in trouble in water, call 999. At the coast, ask for the coastguard. If you’re inland, ask for the fire and rescue service.

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On Sunday, firefighters from Red Watch at Wokingham Road Fire Station joined Vaisakhi celebrations in Reading.

The crew supported the event, visited the local Gurdwara and joined the procession as it passed through East Reading.

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False alarms can be caused by several issues, for example, aerosol sprays, cooking fumes or a fire alarm system that hasn’t been serviced properly.

We are consulting on proposals to change the way the Service responds to these types of calls.

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One week to go until our Armed Forces Veterans' Hub event on 14 May between 10am and 1pm at Crowthorne Community Fire Station.

The event is an opportunity to speak to a range of veterans' organisations and charities.

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Well done to our Firefighter apprentices who completed a fundraiser for The Fire Fighters Charity on Saturday at two Berkshire locations - Lexicon and M4 Reading Services W. Initial counts show that around £7000 has been raised but there is still time to donate. justgiving.com/team/rbfrsappr…

On Saturday, 4 May we marked Firefighters' Memorial Day.

The day is organised by Firefighters Memorial to pay tribute to, and remember, those who have died or have been injured as a result of their duties.

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We have added more Q&A session dates for our Automatic Fire Alarms consultation:

📅 1 May 2024 between 4pm-5pm;
📅 7 May 2024 between 2pm-3pm; and
📅 9 May 2024 between 12pm-1pm.

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🚨 One week left to have your say 🚨

We’re asking for your views on how we respond to automatic fire alarms.

Watch this video to find out why it is important that you take the time to provide feedback.

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🏍️ It's Motorcycle Awareness week and we're hosting a FREE #BikerDown session at Wokingham Fire Station on Saturday!

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#Bikesafe

Please take care around Berkshire’s waterways. It may be getting warmer outside, but the water is still cold.

Cold water shock can have a dramatic effect on your body, endangering even the strongest swimmers.

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During #MotorcycleAwarenessWeek , remember to to take care around vulnerable road users in bad weather.

Motorcycles are more susceptible to crosswinds so take care to give them space. 🏍️

You can find out more about road safety on our website: ow.ly/CtwA50IHOeh

#Bikesafe

We have added more Q&A session dates for our Automatic Fire Alarms consultation:

📅 1 May 2024 between 4pm-5pm;
📅 7 May 2024 between 2pm-3pm; and
📅 9 May 2024 between 12pm-1pm.

You can register to attend ➡️ow.ly/MSLx50Rc4jy