Whether you are home working, self-isolating or social distancing, we know you’ll probably be spending more time at home over the next few weeks. This could increase the chances of you having a fire in your home. Fortunately, by taking four easy steps, you can seriously reduce the risk to…
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service are continuing to closely monitor all guidance and advice issued by the UK Government and Public Health Wales in relation to the COVID-19. The Service has full contingency plans and measures in place to ensure public safety remains paramount. In addition to our emergency…
A new home has opened for four emergency services – all under one roof in Llantwit Major – scoring a first in Wales.(Tuesday 10th March 2020). South Wales Police, South Wales Fire & Rescue Service, Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust and HM Coastguard will all operate from the former Llantwit…
International Women’s Day (IWD) is about unity, celebration, reflection, advocacy and action and has been occurring for well over a century, continuing to grow from strength to strength. Throughout history, women have collaborated and led purposeful action to redress inequality in the hope of a better future not only for…
A South Wales care home operator has pleaded guilty to breaches of fire safety regulations at a residential care home in Porthcawl and been ordered to pay £24,000 in fines plus £9,930.70 in costs. Breaksea Residential Care Homes Ltd. was sentenced on 2 March 2020 at Cardiff Magistrates’ Court following…
**On Saturday 29th February, a critical incident was declared and then later stood down, when the situation improved.** Following flooding and severe weather related incidents which have occurred overnight and through the course of the morning, a critical incident has been declared and South Wales Police are coordinating a multi-agency…
Following the recent devastating flooding around South Wales, some residents are utilising Gas Powered Space Heaters to dry out their properties. SWFRS would only recommend the use of Gas Powered Space Heaters in well ventilated spaces. Using them in under ventilated spaces could result in Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning. South…
Fire and Rescue Service staff across Wales have shown exceptional professionalism and dedication to assist their communities following two successive storms in just over a week, resources have been extremely stretched with staff being recalled to duty for hours on end to assist their colleagues. These storms have seen an…
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service (SWFRS) are continuing to support and respond to the communities affected by Storm Dennis over the weekend. Our Joint Fire Control received an unprecedented level of more than 1300 calls; including life rescues, property evacuations and flooding concerns. Firefighters conducted a significant amount of…
Emergency Services are continuing to deal with incidents linked to the adverse weather conditions across South Wales. Police and fire and rescue officers, and many more skilled workers from a wealth of partner organisations, have been and will continue to work together to ensure the safety of those directly affected…
