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Joined August 2010
London Fire Commissioner Jonathan Smith's New Year message for 2026: "I wish everyone across London, on behalf of London Fire Brigade, a happy new year." Read the full message here: https://t.co/h1RkGlulFK
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Assistant Commissioner Patrick Goulbourne said: “Thank you to all our firefighters, Control Officers & fire rescue service staff who are supporting the @MayorofLondon #NewYear2026 celebrations, working with our partners to keep everyone safe. "Happy new year to one and all!" 🎆
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Together with the @metoffice, UKHSA have issued an AMBER cold-health alert for London, from from 8pm on Wednesday 31 December until 10am on Tuesday 6 January. Don’t get stranded in cold weather 🥶
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Our water safety advice if you see someone in difficulty in the water: · Don’t enter the water yourself. · Call 999 · Try to throw them something that floats. Winter weather brings about different water risks. Find out more 👉 https://t.co/Ph0YiiGqk9 2/2
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We're urging Londoners to take extra care near water. Our data shows a rise in winter water-related incidents. If you’re heading out & walking near water, follow our advice👉 · Plan your route, · Stick to well-lit areas · Stay away from the edge. https://t.co/MU94LKcrET 1/2
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"Whether tackling fires on waterways or conducting life-saving water rescues, our fireboats can respond quickly & effectively." Station Commander Paul Jarrett continued: "Tonight, we'll be patrolling the foreshores, ready to assist partners & Londoners if needed." #NYE2026 2/2
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We've doubled resources on #RiverThames in readiness for #NYE. Our fireboats are located close to tonight’s celebrations. Station Commander for Lambeth River Fire Station said: “Our boats play a vital role, they're a crucial part of the team in managing a range of incidents." 1/2
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⚠️Please use your candles safely ⚠️ We're issuing a warning after 4⃣ residential fires in just 4⃣ days over the festive period in London are believed to have been caused by the unsafe use of candles🕯️🔥 More: https://t.co/5zdzNrh0lv
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Merry Christmas from everyone at London Fire Brigade 🎄🎅 We'd like to thank all of our staff as well as our emergency service colleagues who are working today to help keep you safe.
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The fire at an indoor recycling centre in #Islington is now under control and there have been no reports of any injuries at this time. Crews will remain on scene over the coming hours in order to fully extinguish the fire. https://t.co/uaCbm1ZMxF
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Eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters have been called to a fire at an indoor recycling centre near Caledonian Road in #Islington. Please avoid the area where possible. More info: https://t.co/uaCbm1ZMxF
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A woman has sadly died following a house fire on Bath Close in #Peckham. More information https://t.co/buFPbNpnjh
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Elves from Lambeth Fire Station drove Father Christmas to Evelina London Children's Hospital today! They were welcomed by the hospital's incredible play team and lots of excited families. We are so grateful for all the presents, dancing, music and fun @LondonFire!
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Settling in to watch your favourite Christmas movie? Fill out our Home Fire Safety Checker whilst you do 🎄🎅 It takes just 2 minutes and 17 seconds on average to fill out, that means you could fill it out 58 times during Love Actually or 42 during Elf. https://t.co/MDdgjjlaaA
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We were called to a suspected carbon monoxide leak at a shop in #Charlton this morning. Firefighters have carried out a sweep of the building and ventilated the affected areas. Crews have now left the scene. https://t.co/yYGtxsIZZr
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Firefighters have attended a suspected carbon monoxide leak at a shop in Charlton.
#IncidentUpdate: We were called at 9.32am today (16 December) to reports of a suspected carbon monoxide incident on Gallions Road, Charlton. We sent a number of resources to the scene including ambulance crews, incident response officers, advanced paramedics and @LAS_HART 🔽 1/2
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The fire at a row of terraced houses in #NorthWoolwich is now under control. A small part of four terraced houses remains alight and crews are working hard to extinguish the fire. There are currently no reports of any injuries. More info - https://t.co/1b4XaBvujS
There are now ten fire engines and around 70 firefighters in attendance at a fire at a row of terraced houses on Lord Street in #NorthWoolwich. The fire involves four terraced houses. More information - https://t.co/1b4XaBuWuk
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There are now ten fire engines and around 70 firefighters in attendance at a fire at a row of terraced houses on Lord Street in #NorthWoolwich. The fire involves four terraced houses. More information - https://t.co/1b4XaBuWuk
Six fire engines and around 40 firefighters have been called to a fire on Lord Street in #NorthWoolwich. Local residents are advised to keep their windows and doors shut due to smoke travel in the area. More information to follow.
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Six fire engines and around 40 firefighters have been called to a fire on Lord Street in #NorthWoolwich. Local residents are advised to keep their windows and doors shut due to smoke travel in the area. More information to follow.
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The fire in #Walthamstow is now under control. Crews will remain on scene to fully extinguish the fire and dampen down hotspots. The cause of the fire is now under investigation. More info - https://t.co/hLwDLvGcc2
Six fire engines and around 40 firefighters are tackling a fire at a shop with dwellings above on Wood Street in #Walthamstow. Part of the first floor and a small part of the ground floor is alight. More info - https://t.co/hLwDLvGcc2
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