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Events and Open Days
We're excited to be opening our fire station doors again throughout the year for our station open days and events.
New firefighters coming to a community near you
Seven new on-call firefighters have been welcomed into Essex County Fire and Rescue Service after completing their basic training course in Witham.
Fire Service marks 80th Anniversary of VJ Day
Essex County Fire and Rescue Service joined forces with military and community leaders at a public ceremony in Castle Park, Colchester, on Friday 15 August to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Vi
Fire Cadets celebrate as months of dedication and commitment pay off
Proud families applauded as Fire Cadets completed months of training with an outstanding display of firefighting skills, teamwork and confidence at their Passing
Essex firefighters reflect on military roots this Armed Forces Day
As the nation prepares to mark Armed Forces Day this Saturday (28 June), Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS) is reflecting on the powerful personal journeys of firefighters who served in t
Essex County Fire and Resue Service celebrates National Volunteers’ Week 2025
Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS) is proud to mark National Volunteers’ Week 2025 by shining a spotlight on volunteers from the Essex Community Speed Watch (CSW) scheme, whose tireless e
Make a plan: Fire service urges families to practice escape routes at home
Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS) is encouraging families across Essex to take simple but life-saving steps to prepare their children for what to do if a fire breaks out at h
The rise of lithium-ion battery risks in businesses: fire safety strategies every business needs
Rechargeable technology has transformed how we work.
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Firefighters are making a plea to families in the final days of the school summer holidays after tackling a series of outdoor fires which spread quickly in the hot, dry weather.
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Seven new on-call firefighters have been welcomed into Essex County Fire and Rescue Service after completing their basic training course in Witham.
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Cadets from Essex County Fire and Rescue Service have achieved outstanding success at the 2025 National Fire Cadet Games in Wales, in their first appearance at the event in more than four years.
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Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS) has been out in Clacton town centre to support local businesses following a serious fire on Monday 18 August.
The fire began in a second-hand furniture shop and spread to the neighbouring mobility shop in West Avenue, causing disruption for surrounding businesses.
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Essex County Fire and Rescue Service is encouraging residents to be ready to share their location in an emergency by using the What3Words app, which pinpoints your exact position with just three unique words.
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Essex County Fire and Rescue Service joined forces with military and community leaders at a public ceremony in Castle Park, Colchester, on Friday 15 August to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory over Japan (VJ Day).
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Twelve remarkable participants from across Essex celebrated the end of an unforgettable week at Maldon Fire Station - the culmination of a powerful and uplifting FireBreak course delivered in partnership with local Down syndrome charity, Extra 21.
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Halstead’s first Fire Cadets made history as they demonstrated outstanding leadership, teamwork and resilience at a Passing Out Parade supported by families and friends.
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Proud families applauded as Fire Cadets completed months of training with an outstanding display of firefighting skills, teamwork and confidence at their Passing Out Parade.
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Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS) is launching a new water safety campaign aimed at teenagers - created with the help of its own teenage cadets.
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Essex County Fire and Rescue Service was proud to host the 2025 AFSA Summer Conference in Colchester
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Essex County Fire and Rescue Service is asking holidaymakers to do their part in helping prevent wildfires.
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