*EXCLUSIVE* Some fire services are losing 48 years to mental health every year. In the first of a 3 part series, I examine the national picture of mental health in the fire service after receiving figures from every service in the UK forourmen.com/fire-services-…

As part of our response to climate change, we have invested in two #Hagglunds off-road vehicles. These sturdy vehicle can help our wildfire teams access difficult areas with ease, and can carry firefighters and even water to wherever we need them. #ClimateChange #Wildfires

Research has shown that #GreenExercise 'exercising in the presence of #nature ' can have positive impacts on #psychological and #physical #healthandwellbeing. Get out with family and friends, just remember to keep #hydrated and follow the #WaterSafety rules! #fitness #firefit

Summer solstice. #Whitby 2023. Cloud 🙁

These happened overnight... yorkpress.co.uk/news/23612412.…

This issue is now resolved. As an aside though it was impressive how quickly 999 services communicated this issue (on a Sunday morning) via social media etc and provided alternative contact methods. Perhaps its just the feeds I read but it was everywhere! bbc.co.uk/news/uk-660123…

There’s been a national issue with 999 lines this morning but we have been advised that they are now working. Please dial 999 in an emergency.

A fascinating and insightful article. Hoarding is an issue faced regularly by Firefighters as the article describes ‘You reach a point where you can’t live your life’: what is behind extreme hoarding? | Housing | The Guardian theguardian.com/society/2023/j…

Well said Carlisle Police Cumbria Police & keep up the good work PC 2705 😊 #dyslexia #neurodiversity

Scarborough Fire Station open day is still on today. 1100-1600 hours. And the rain is holding off! It's a free multi agency event.

Magical.

We recently revisited North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service to review its progress against two causes of concern. Today we published an update on the service's progress. ⬇️ Read more: ow.ly/B6Gj50PY5WI

Really proud of the improvement work we've undertaken as a service over the last few months North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service Teams full of great people pulling together to improve the service and achieve this positive feedback from HMICFRS Still lots to do, but full confidence in our people 👍🏻

Suicide has no type. It can affect anyone. Today, we're proud to launch the Fire Fighters Charity Crisis Line - 0300 373 0896 - which is here for any past or present member of UK FRS personnel experiencing thoughts of suicide. Find out more: ow.ly/OicR50Q2uKp

Remembrance Parade York 2023. Thank you for giving your time and for representing ⁦⁦North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service⁩

Today we published our latest inspection of Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service. We are pleased with the service's performance in keeping people safe from fire and other risks, but it needs to improve in some areas to provide a consistently good service. ⬇️ Read more: ow.ly/J3YI50QbTFQ

Today we published our latest inspection of Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue. We are relatively pleased with the service's performance, but it needs to improve in some areas to provide a consistently good service. ⬇️ Read more: hmicfrs.justiceinspectorates.gov.uk/frs-assessment…

An important day for our service Northumberland Fire & Rescue Service and Northumberland County Council Our people the length and breadth of the service have been part of an exciting journey and have created an environment where everyone can contribute and flourish #TeamNFRS #ProudCFO

Prior Planning & Preparation Prevents Poor Performance! Our WT recruits & Yorkshire Ambulance student paramedics cohesively working together during a casualty extraction. Demonstrating application of JESIP principles to achieve a common goal! #JESIP #999family #jointlearning

Storm Eowyn is set to bring strong winds across the region tomorrow (Friday 24th). Take the time this evening to make sure your garden furniture and items like trampolines are secure, and allow extra time for your journey if you need to travel.