Natasha and Karlo had their whole lives ahead of them—until a tragic e-bike battery fire. Their deaths were ruled accidental today. Their families are sharing their stories to prevent future tragedies. Visit our website to watch the video and learn more: wmfs.link/3EIMwps

A great example of why we recommend closing internal doors before you head to bed. Closed doors can help reduce the spread of fire and smoke, keeping your escape route free. Get our night time checklist here: rb.gy/8fe79a

It only takes a minute for a cooking fire to start. If you’re tired, been drinking or taking drugs, you’ll be: less alert to signs of fire more likely to fall asleep less likely to wake up if a fire starts If you’re drinking or taking drugs, don’t cook. 👉 rb.gy/ikj6n

In the event of an e-bike or e-scooter lithium-ion battery fire do not attempt to extinguish the fire. GET OUT, STAY OUT, CALL 999. The fire can be ferocious, keep reigniting & be extremely difficult to extinguish. Stay safe with our key tips:: rb.gy/1lb8xi

Cigarette ends can smoulder undetected for hours if not put out properly. If you're tired or have been drinking it's safer to smoke outside or standing at an open window or external door. More info: firescotland.gov.uk/at-home/smokin…

In the event of an e-bike or e-scooter lithium-ion battery fire do not attempt to extinguish the fire. GET OUT, STAY OUT, CALL 999. The fire can be ferocious, keep reigniting & be extremely difficult to extinguish. Stay safe with our key tips: rb.gy/1lb8xi

A collision without a seatbelt doesn't just hurt you. Think of your loved ones and wear a seatbelt on every journey. More information here: roadsafety.scot/seatbelts #ArriveAlive Road Safety Scotland

Even a small bag of rubbish can create enough smoke to fill a whole close / common stair. Items left in a common stair / close are often deliberately set on fire. Keep it clear.

It’s Test It Tuesday! Making sure you have working smoke & heat alarms could save your life. Test them weekly to make sure if fire does break out everyone in your home has time to get out safely. Alarm information: gov.scot/publications/f…

SFRS Community Action Team attended Care Day at St Paul's & Old parish Church, Galashiels

CSA Lynne Bruce Scottish Fire and Rescue Service & PC Fiona Cunningham Police Scotland Police Scotland Lothians & Scottish Borders attended Burnbrae Primary School this morning to talk about keeping themselves safe in the community and fire safety. Lots of interesting questions were asked, we hope the pupils enjoyed!

Our Midlothian Community Action Team had a great time today at Scared Heart Primary School in Penicuik chatting about all the different career pathways in the SFRS. Most people were surprised to learn about all the different roles required to keep the SFRS running. #team

Important Information on ways to contact SFRS for home fire safety advice if you are concerned about a relative, neighbour or friend. please share

🚒The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is undertaking a Service Delivery Review to explore ways to modernise and improve operations, ensuring we’re better equipped for the future. 23 options for change will be part of a public consultation. Read more: firescotland.gov.uk/service-delive…

🚨 The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is proposing changes as part of a Service Delivery Review. We have analysed the changes affecting Scotland for years and we now have a list of 23 potential options of change. 👉Read the full list of options: firescotland.gov.uk/service-delive…

🚒 We are running a public consultation on 23 options for change involving more than 30 fire stations across Scotland. Public consultation meetings will be taking place over the next 12 weeks across the country. 👉 Find your nearest meeting: firescotland.gov.uk/service-delive…

🚒 As part of our Service Delivery Review, we’re looking at the way we crew our resources. Deputy Assistant Chief Officer Garry Mackay explains the potential benefits of implementing alternative duty systems to crew our appliances. More information: firescotland.gov.uk/service-delive…

Come along to Dalkeith Fire Station on Saturday 13th Sept btwn 11 & 3pm to meet & have a cuppa with our crew, see them cut up a car, learn CPR. Our height appliance will also be there. There will also be a chance to use our hose reels! Please see attached for timings of events