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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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Firefighter Sam Hogwood, an on-call firefighter from Coggeshall Fire Station put his first aid training into practice when he helped a man at a road traffic collision on the A120.
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Firefighter Keegan Johnson, an on-call firefighter from Stansted Fire Station put their first aid training into practice when they heard a teenager crying and screaming in the street.
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Although still relatively rare, electric vehicles fires present a new technical and safety challenge for fire services in the UK.
Over the last few years, Essex County Fire and Rescue Service have been actively engaged in learning about electric vehicles in order to understand how they need to respond to incidents.
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Residents from a block of flats in Colchester have been moved out of their homes because of fire safety concerns with the building.
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Essex County Fire and Rescue Service has launched a brand new and modern Control system this week (27 June).
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Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS) has introduced a state-of-the-art drone to their firefighting response to provide unique aerial intelligence at live incidents across Essex.
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A local mechanic who helped firefighters tackle field fires with his private fire engine will be on the frontline this summer as an on-call firefighter.
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Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS) hosted an event to mark Volunteers' Week and celebrate the exceptional contributions made by its own dedicated volunteers.
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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.
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Rugby fans are invited to a free charity rugby match on Saturday, 20 May at Clacton Rugby Club.
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Manningtree’s on-call firefighters have been helping the town get ready for tomorrow’s coronation celebrations.
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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).
Information for the media
Press hotline - 01376 570814
Email press@essex-fire.gov.uk
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