Essex County Fire and Rescue Service has been playing a part in helping refugees fleeing Ukraine by collecting essential items and donating equipment for firefighters.

“It only takes one accident to start a fire.” 

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service has collected enough donations to fill two 7.5 tonne lorries to be delivered to the Polish border next week for refugees fleeing Ukraine.

Staff from Essex’s emergency services are holding a virtual conference today to celebrate International Women’s Day.

Crews from Epping and Billericay were guests at a visit by Their Royal Highnesses The Earl and Countess of Wessex to Essex & Herts Air Ambulance’s (EHAAT) airbase at North Weald on Tuesday Marc

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service has started collecting donations to be delivered to the Polish border for Ukrainian refugees.

Storm Eunice Update

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service has dealt with nearly 400 calls since the start of Storm Eunice this morning.

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. 

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.