A recent Freedom of Information request by Crusader Fire has uncovered a surprising trend: Between January and September, Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Services responded to 1,100 fire alarm activations and 13 actual fire incidents, all caused by burnt…
Santa and Fire Service helpers deliver presents to young people at The Great North Children’s Hospital and the Freeman Hospital in Newcastle
On Friday 6th December, Santa Claus was joined by over 20 Christmas elves from Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service as they delivered some festive cheer to young inpatients and outpatients at The Great North Children’s Hospital and The…
Throw-bag saves woman’s life on Newcastle Quayside
Life-saving equipment installed on Newcastle’s Quayside is already proving its worth – after a woman was rescued from the River Tyne. Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) and Newcastle City Council this week announced the instalment of 14…