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The latest news and updates from the Southwark Borough's firefighters and leadership team πŸš’ Do not report emergencies here, dial 999.

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Flat fire - Walworth Firefighters rescued two people from a flat fire on Sedan Way in Walworth.

Firefighters rescued two people from a fire at a block of flats in #Walworth this morning.

The cause of the fire is being investigated.

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26.09.2025 13:34 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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As part of our multi-agency working initiatives, we recently conducted a command unit familiarisation session with the Southwark Council to enhance collaboration and understanding among various agencies.
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25.09.2025 17:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Southwark Community Safety Event πŸš’ #firefighters and our emergency service colleagues carried out a day of providing safety advice at London Bridge City.
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27.08.2025 17:14 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Old Kent Road - Fire Station,
carrying out their daily checks on the 64m aerial ladder. This is one of three 64-meter ladders within the London Fire Brigade. #firefighters #rescue #20floors
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23.08.2025 18:14 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Fire Service, Police, RNLI, Ambulance, LONSAR, Council, @ London Bridge City Estate, The Queens Walk, SE1.
(Beside HMS Belfast)

Safety advice from all agencies (subject to attendance)

#southwark
#community
#safety
#together
#youth
#engagement
#advice

23.08.2025 11:49 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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London summers: Wildfires and scorched earth The capital's parks and open spaces remain tinder dry and the wildfire threat is still very real.

There have been 64 wildfires in London this summer, a huge jump from 2020. And London’s parks and open spaces remain tinder dry.

City Hall is investing in the London Fire Brigade to tackle this growing challenge, but everyone can play their part.

22.08.2025 13:42 β€” πŸ‘ 95    πŸ” 25    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 1
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Peckham Fire Station - carried out a CPR training day for the local community.
London Ambulance Service and LFB Firefighters provided life-saving skills to members of the public.

#Firefighters #NHS #CPR #LondonAmbulanceService

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21.08.2025 19:13 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Old Kent Road - fire station, ladder getting to work at an emergency incident. Only #firefighters who are specialist trained are able to use and operate this vehicle.
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07.08.2025 17:08 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Business Safety Tool We’re developing a brand new Business Safety Tool, providing London’s small and medium-sized businesses with clear, practical fire safety advice, all in one place. We want to build it alongside you, ...

We’re developing a new Business Safety Tool, providing London’s small & medium-sized businesses with clear, practical fire safety advice, all in one place.

We’re looking for business owners and managers to take part in short research interviews.

Sign up here:
www.london-fire.gov.uk/safety/the-w...

05.08.2025 13:27 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Old Kent Road - fire station #firefighters, preparing for our open day on Friday 29th August. If you're free and want to meet the crews, it would be great to see you πŸš’πŸ§―πŸ”₯

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#Meettheteam #community
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05.08.2025 17:14 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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LFB #firefighters carrying out water safety training.

We want people to enjoy our waterways safely.
Strong currents, underwater hazards, and cold water shock can be deadly.
Know the risks & familiarise yourself with lifesaving equipment.

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02.08.2025 20:17 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We’re seeing around 12 water-related incidents a week on average. That’s nearly two every day

Temperatures are expected to remain high over the weekend. Enjoy #London's waterways safely & don't be tempted to jump in to open water #DrowningPreventionWeek london-fire.gov.uk/news/2025-ne...

20.06.2025 09:17 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
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Southwark firefighters and Fire Safety Officers, with the support of Fire Cadets, Met Police, and Southwark Young Advisors, spent the day at Borough Market engaging with the local community and businesses on key fire safety risks.
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26.07.2025 07:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Southwark firefighters and Fire Safety Officers will be at Borough Market on Thursday, 24th. We will be providing safety information, as well as carrying out fire safety checks in the area. If you're free, come down and meet the team πŸš’
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21.07.2025 16:18 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Please join us in welcoming Trainee #firefighter Daniel Cutts to Southwark Borough πŸš’ Having successfully completed his initial training, Daniel will now be joining the Blue Watch at Old Kent Road fire station. Congratulations, Daniel πŸ‘
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23.06.2025 18:49 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Southwark Borough led a multi-agency river exercise on the Thames, showcasing firefighter training and coordination. Crews from Dockhead, Old Kent Road, and Peckham took part, supported by City Cruises and the Met Police Marine Unit.

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20.06.2025 21:10 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Today we are taking part in a training exercise at Cherry Garden Pier on the Thames in #Rotherhithe.
If you see fire engines and our river boat, don’t be alarmed. It is not a real incident.
Exercises like these ensure we're ready to respond to any emergency across London.

16.06.2025 12:25 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
Three people jumping into the water. Text on image reads: jumping into water can lead to cold water shock.

Three people jumping into the water. Text on image reads: jumping into water can lead to cold water shock.

We've seen a concerning rise in water-related incidents this year

Even when the sun's shining, the water can be dangerously cold

Think twice before jumping in. Hidden currents, cold water shock & underwater hazards can take you by surprise #BeWaterAware london-fire.gov.uk/news/2025-ne...

01.05.2025 09:19 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This week, I had the privilege of attending the pass-out parade of one of our new trainee #firefighters who will be joining Peckham Fire Station. Welcome to Southwark Borough, Alex Slater. πŸš’
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24.05.2025 09:39 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Old Kent Road - Green Watch, rescuing a bird that had become tangled in wire on top of a roof. #firefighters safely removed and released the bird without injury πŸš’
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21.05.2025 19:41 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Black background with the London Fire Brigade (LFB) logo at the top, followed by a condolence message in white text. The message confirms the death of two firefighters and one civilian in Oxfordshire, including a London Leading Firefighter/Sub Officer on retained duty. It expresses devastation at the loss, offers condolences to families and colleagues, and notes support for those affected, including two hospitalized firefighters.

Black background with the London Fire Brigade (LFB) logo at the top, followed by a condolence message in white text. The message confirms the death of two firefighters and one civilian in Oxfordshire, including a London Leading Firefighter/Sub Officer on retained duty. It expresses devastation at the loss, offers condolences to families and colleagues, and notes support for those affected, including two hospitalized firefighters.

Statement from the London Fire Commissioner, Andy Roe:

16.05.2025 11:28 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Southwark Borough observed the national two-minute silence to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. This was carried out across the fire stations as well as a wreath laying ceremony in Camberwell Green.
#TwoMinuteSilence
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08.05.2025 13:30 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Sean's fundraiser for The Fire Fighters Charity Help Sean Avenell raise money to support The Fire Fighters Charity

Leading firefighter Sean Avenell from Dockhead alongside a team from LFB are fundraising for the #firefighter charity. They will be completing the three peaks challenge this bank holiday πŸš’
To sponsor Sean and the team please go to:
www.justgiving.com/page/sean-av...

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01.05.2025 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Southwark Borough πŸš’
Old Kent Road fire station, 64m turntable ladder at the 15 pump fire in Aldgate. This vehicle is operated by specialist trained #firefighters and is only one of three within LFB.

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Pictures courtesy of Peter Murch

20.04.2025 20:10 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A superb St George’s themed Open Day at Dockhead Fire Station in #BermondseyπŸ”₯

Great to learn some basic #CPR skills from @londonambulance.nhs.uk & to meet Simba a fire rescue 🐢 & two super @metpolice.bsky.social horses🐎

A fun & informative community day! Thank you @lfb-southwark.bsky.social

19.04.2025 11:54 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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As part of the London Fire Brigade incident command training, #Southwark Borough - Dockhead fire station, has been facilitating training for our colleagues within our Headquarters. The command unit plays a key part in managing incidents.
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18.04.2025 06:44 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Old Kent Road fire station #firefighters carrying out daily checks on the 64m turntable ladder. This vehicle is only one of three we have within #LondonFireBrigade. The vehicle can only be operated by specialist trained staff.
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09.04.2025 18:07 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Old Kent Road fire station - Red Watch #Firefighters at Burgess Park, Eid Festival organised by Faiths Women Community UK. This was a great opportunity for the crews to meet the community as well as deliver fire safety advice πŸš’πŸ”₯🧯

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06.04.2025 16:26 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
How Firefighters Travel Through Fires | Safe Movement Techniques
YouTube video by London Fire Brigade How Firefighters Travel Through Fires | Safe Movement Techniques

Have you ever wondered how #Firefighters move through smoke?? The below video highlights our core skills training that all firefighters carry out.

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05.04.2025 19:15 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Southwark crews have been part of the training taking place at Colchester FC to test how we’d respond to a marauding terrorist attack (MTA).

We worked with @londonambulance.nhs.uk and the Metropolitan Police to simulate a high-threat, mass casualty incident.

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24.03.2025 12:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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