THANK YOU The Fire & Rescue Services, Police and partner agencies across Wales, would like to thank members of the public who have contacted us to identify and report those responsible for setting illegal fires in their communities. The information provided has been vital in enabling us to seek convictions…
At lunchtime yesterday (15th April 2020), we received reports of a large grass fire at the rear of Black Vein Industrial Estate, Wattsville. Upon arrival, the crews were faced with a fire spreading quickly to affect 80 hectares of grassland and forestry. Over the duration of the incident South Wales…
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service is taking part in the National Fire Chiefs Council’s (NFCC) “Ready Willing and Able” campaign which launched today (15th April), and shows how fire and rescue services in the UK are continuing to protect and support their communities during the COVID-19 pandemic. Firefighters and…
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service would like to introduce their new friend Sbarc! Sbarc will help spread messages to young children on the dangers of playing with fire and how to keep safe in your home and in your community. In the Summer of 2019, the three Welsh Fire…
As the Easter bank holiday weekend approaches Monmouthshire County Council, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board and other partners across Gwent are sharing one simple message – stay home. With good weather promised and a longer weekend for everyone to enjoy, key agencies are warning that people may consider venturing out…
During these unprecedented times, fire services across Wales are urging the public not to be tempted to burn garden or household waste. What may have been intended to be just a small fire, or just a bit of fun, can quickly spread to become out of control. Last year, there…
Electrical Safety First finds many people in Wales working from home due to pandemic may be overloading sockets, daisy-chaining and charging devices on beds As huge numbers of people in Wales adapt to a new working routine, many may be putting themselves at unnecessary risk due to unsafe electrical setups and practices…
During these unprecedented times, we urge you not to be tempted to burn your garden or household waste. We understand that during this time of social distancing and self-isolating presents an opportunity to do some gardening and clear out your sheds. However, burning your garden or household waste can be…
Parents and guardians are being urged to keep a closer eye on their children after a what is believed to be a deliberate grassfire spread dangerously close to a neighbouring housing estate in the Rhondda. Emergency Services were called at approximately 4.30pm on Sunday (29 March, 2020) following reports that…
This week our crews have attended a number of grass and refuse fires across South Wales, which we suspect may have been deliberately started. Some have required the attendance of multiple appliances, use of critical equipment and the movement of resources. Deliberate fires like this put our firefighters lives in danger,…
