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Essex Fire Officer is thanked at 10 Downing Street
An Essex fire officer who was involved in the lifesaving response operations in Turkey earlier this year has been thanked during an event at Downing Street.

Watch Essex Fire Service's rugby team for free
Rugby fans are invited to a free charity rugby match on Saturday, 20 May at Clacton Rugby Club.

On-call firefighters help Manningtree get into the coronation spirit
Manningtree’s on-call firefighters have been helping the town get ready for tomorrow’s coronation celebrations.

Essex businesses are urged to "clean up" in bid to reduce risk of fire
Businesses in Essex are being urged to clean up their refuge and rubbish to reduce their risk of fire following a serious fire Basildon last night ( Friday 28 April).

Fire Service's life-saving offer for residents who can't hear a standard smoke alarm
If you are unlikely to hear a standard smoke alarm due to being deaf or through hearing loss Essex County Fire and Rescue Service is offering to fit free sensory smoke alarms.

This technique will save your life if you’re struggling in water
This week is Be Water Aware week and Essex County Fire and Rescue Service is urging everyone in Essex to remember to Float To Live, a lifesaving technique if you’re struggling in water.

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service reduces its Gender Pay Gap
A newly published report has shown that Essex County Fire and Rescue’s gender pay gap has decreased over the last year.

Volunteers give 6000 hours to Fire Service
Essex County Fire and Rescue Service is thanking its volunteers for the support they have given over the last 12 months.