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🚒The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is undertaking a Service Delivery Review to explore ways to modernise and improve operations, ensuring we’re better equipped for the future. 23 options for change will be part of a public consultation. Read more:
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⚠️ One fire appliance remains in Dava, near Grantown-on-Spey ⚠️. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is advising residents living and working nearby to keep windows and doors closed to prevent smoke from entering. More information ➡️
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🚒 The operational model of SFRS has remained largely unchanged for years – however the incidents we attend have changed. The Service Delivery Review will ensure our fire stations and appliances are matched to changing risk and demand. Read more:
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Firefighters remain at Highland and Moray wildfires for fourth day. If smoke is still visible, people are advised to keep windows and doors closed. There have been several road closures, avoid travelling to the area.
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RT @HighlandCouncil: WILDFIRE ROAD CLOSURES - HIGHLAND.The following roads are closed in Highland.B9007 Ferness to Duthil.U2379 Lochindorb….
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⚠️ Firefighters are currently tackling several wildfire from Carrbridge in Highland to Dallas, outside Forres in Moray⚠️. A significant plume of smoke is spreading into nearby residential areas. Please ensure your windows and doors are closed. Details ➡️
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⛔️ Do not light fires, stoves or BBQs .⛔️ Never drop cigarettes or litter. Our firefighters are currently tackling a number of large wildfires across Aberdeenshire, Highland & Moray over the weekend. If you live in the area and smoke is visible, keep your windows & doors closed.
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🚒 We are running a public consultation on 23 options for change involving more than 30 fire stations across Scotland. Public consultation meetings will be taking place over the next 12 weeks across the country. 👉 Find your nearest meeting:
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On Sunday 29 June, Kilmarnock Community Fire Station will play against a local Scottish Ambulance team in a charity football match to raise funds for a children's charity. Entry is free, with a donation at the gate.
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🚨 The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is proposing changes as part of a Service Delivery Review. We have analysed the changes affecting Scotland for years and we now have a list of 23 potential options of change. 👉Read the full list of options:
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Update: Nearby residents are being advised to keep windows and doors closed.
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We are currently in attendance at a fire affecting a derelict building on Muirton Place in Perth. Members of the public no longer need to alert our Operations Control room about this fire. We have six appliances at the scene.
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Looking for a fun day out with a bit of fire service history? 🚒. The Scottish Fire Brigades Heritage Trust is hosting a free open day in Cambuslang on Saturday, 5 July, from 10am to 4pm – everyone’s invited. Come along to see the new and vintage fire appliances. #WeAreSFRS
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We attended more than 3000 deliberate fires last summer. Every single one of these incidents was avoidable. Deliberate fire-setting is a crime and has costs and consequences 👇.
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☀️ Planning to enjoy the sun this weekend? So are we – by keeping you safe. 🔥 Don’t light BBQs or campfires. 🚫 Deliberate fires are dangerous & illegal . 🌊 Be aware – cold water shock can be fatal. Please share to help keep Scotland safe.
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King’s Fire Service Medals awarded in honour of His Majesty's Birthday Awards. Watch Commander John Aitchison and Volunteer Leader Gerry Ralston have both been awarded the King's Fire Service Medal for their dedicated service in fire safety and community support.
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Firefighter George Gourlie from Peterhead Community Fire Station is set to embark on a challenge as he plans to cycle around Ireland in just five days. This remarkable journey will cover a distance of 555 miles as he participates in a charity cycling event.
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We are in attendance at an open grass fire affecting an area of land in Kincorth Hill Nature Reserve, Aberdeen. Members of the public no longer need to alert our Operations Control room about this fire. We have four appliances on the scene.
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We are currently attending a house fire in Banff, Aberdeenshire. Road closures are in place on the A947 due to smoke. Please avoid the area where possible. Nearby residents are advised to keep windows and doors closed.
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We are currently in attendance at a house fire near the A975, Newburgh, Aberdeenshire. Road closures are in place on the A975. Please avoid the area where possible.
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