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We're excited to be opening our fire station doors again throughout the year for our station open days and events.
Public urged to stay wildfire aware ahead of warmer weather
Essex County Fire and Rescue Service is asking the public to remain vigilant about fire safety as temperatures start to rise.
Essex County Fire and Rescue Service leads the way in promoting water safety during Be Water Aware Week
With warm, sunny weather sweeping across Essex this week, many people are heading to the county’s beautiful beaches, rivers, and l
Fire service issue safety warning ahead of UK ban on single use vapes
Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS) is urging vapers to take extra care when charging their devices, as the UK prepares to ban the sale and supply of single-use vapes from 1 June
Wildfire season 2025: How farmers can help Essex firefighters protect their land
After the record-breaking wildfires of 2022, Essex County Fire and Rescue Service has made major changes to how it prepares for and responds to wildfires, changes that are already making a differen
Fire Service urges smokers to book home fire safety visits
Essex County Fire and Rescue Service is asking anyone who smokes at home to book a free home fire safety visit to help them stay safe at home following a fatal fire on Friday.
Fire Service issues wildfire safety advice ahead of another warm weekend
Essex County Fire and Rescue Service is continuing to ask the public to think about fire safety as we’re set for another warm weekend.
Fire service encourages Home Safety Visits for smokers
Essex County Fire and Rescue Service is urging people to look out for loved ones who smoke, particularly those who are elderly and live alone, by referring them for a Home Safety Visit through the
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Essex County Fire and Rescue Service has dealt with nearly 400 calls since the start of Storm Eunice this morning.
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Essex County Fire and Rescue Service is warning Essex residents to be prepared for strong winds and gales that look set to be sweeping the county over the next few days.
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Essex County Fire and Rescue Service is urging residents to take extra care if planning to cook a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner at home.
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As part of National Apprenticeship Week 2022 (7 – 13 February) Essex County Fire and Rescue Service has been recognising how apprenticeships can boost success in organisations and help people to build their dream careers.
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Six-year-old Stanley Batten was diagnosed with a brain tumour in December last year and is currently undergoing chemotherapy.
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As the clock struck 9am on Tuesday 1 February, Great Baddow Fire Station officially converted from a day-crewed fire station to an on-call fire station.
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Do you cook with oil at home? February is Cooking Safety Month: a Fire Kills campaign which looks to reduce fires caused by cooking. As part of this campaign, Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS) is offering advice on how to stay safe when using oil to cook.
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An eight-year-old girl from South Woodham Ferrers has been recognised with a top honour for her bravery during a kitchen fire.
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Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS) is urging residents to take advantage of a scheme that will let them know if electrical goods in their homes are found to be faulty.
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Essex County Fire and Rescue Service starts 2022 with a new leadership team at the helm.
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