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Join us tomorrow, Saturday 1st November at Lewes Town Hall!
During the event, we will talk about what you can do to help keep yourselves and others safe.
Find out more at 👉 www.lewes-tc.gov.uk/council_events/lewes-floods-25th-anniversary-the-public-meeting/
#Floods #EmergencyPreparedness
It’s Halloween & Bonfire season!
🎆 Have fun, stay safe & #ChooseLocal
🎃 If you’re using fireworks at home, follow the Firework Code and be considerate of others.
Find out about events & the Firework code at👉 t.ly/lZ4m1
#CelebrateSafely #Halloween #Fireworks
Talk to your children about #HalloweenSafety and please remember our Halloween Road Safety Advice from Firefighter ‘Franky-stein’!
Be seen this Halloween!
🎃More advice at 👉 www.esfrs.org/halloween
#BeSeen #Halloween #RoadSafety
It's #InternationalControlRoomWeek!
A huge thank you to all those who work in our Joint Fire Control for @eastsussexfrs.bsky.social, @westsussexfire.bsky.social and @surreyfrs.bsky.social You are amazing!
#heroesinheadsets #controlroomoperator #thankyou
Thank you to everyone who has come along to get their electric blankets tested this week and help reduce fire risk.
Remaining dates in #Bexhill, #Hastings, #Rye, #Heathfield, #GoldenCross, #Hailsham, #Moulsecoomb, #Telscombe
Find out more at 👉 www.esfrs.org/electric-blankets
⛈ With strong winds and heavy rain predicted overnight and into Thursday, please take care out there and make sure you know who to call!
#Storm #Wind #Rain
It's #CandleFireSafetyWeek 20-26 October 2025.
🕯 Never leave a burning candle unattended and make sure it’s fully extinguished when not in use.
🕯 Ensure you have working smoke alarms.
More information at 👉 www.esfrs.org/candles-decorative-lights-decorations
#CandleSafety #BeCandleClever
At 17:47hrs on 19 October 2025, East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service were called to reports of a derelict building fire on Upper Carlisle Road, #Eastbourne.
Latest updates can be found at: www.esfrs.org/upper-carlis...
Did you know that just 30cm of flowing water is enough to move your car?
You should never drive through floodwater.
This #FloodActionWeek find out the actions you can take to stay safe.
www.gov.uk/prepare-for-...
With less than 3 weeks to go, public safety is a priority for #Lewes #bonfire night celebrations on 5 November and travel restrictions will be in place - find out more at 👉 t.ly/t-b6A
If you’re from outside Lewes, please #ChooseLocal events instead!
#StaySafe #StayLocal #LewesBonfire
In the UK over 40 house fires are caused each year by faulty electric blankets.
➡️ Bring your electric blanket along for a FREE safety check at any of our events starting next week 20 October!
🔁 Please share!
Let’s reduce the risk together. 🫶
🌐www.esfrs.org/electric-blankets
#HomeFireSafety
We are supporting #NationalBurnAwarenessDay .
Would you know what to do if your child was burned?
COOL under running cool water for 20 minutes
CALL for help if it’s bigger than a 50p (999, 111 or GP)
COVER with cling film
#BeBurnsAware #CoolCallCover
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💦It's Flood Action Week!
Taking action before a flood could save your most valued possessions and even your life.
Find out the steps to take to minimise damage to your home:
👉 www.gov.uk/prepare-for-...
#FloodActionWeek #BeFloodSmart
Today is #NationalBurnAwareness Day.
Did you know we offer home safety and fire prevention advice for families and free home safety equipment for eligible families?
Find out more at👉 www.esfrs.org/east-sussex-child-home-safety-advice-and-equipment-service-request-form
#BeBurnsAware
Join Uckfield Fire Cadets this Thursday 16 October at Uckfield Fire station for their Restart A Heart sessions.
ALL are welcome at one of our 3 drop in sessions, just bring a cushion or teddy to practice CPR and a mat to kneel on if you require.
Sessions are running at 7:15pm, 7:45pm and 8:15pm.
🔌♻️It's International E-Waste Day!
Help prevent waste fires by recycling your batteries and electricals separately from your household rubbish and recycle at a designated drop-off point 👉 www.recycleyourelectricals.org.uk/
#RecycleYourElectricals #InternationalEWasteDay #EWasteDay
The #FireKills campaign for October is Smoke Alarm Testing.
Smoke alarms save lives, but only if they work. Test yours now and monthly.
For help and advice visit: www.esfrs.org/hsvs
#TestitTuesday #FireKills #SmokeAlarms #PressToTest
We are carrying out some training and filming today at Thornsdale, Albion Hill #Brighton today 14 October.
Please don’t be alarmed if you see lots firefighters and fire engines in the area.
#TrainingExercise #EmergencyPreparedness #KeepingCommunitiesSafe
It's #Eastbourne #Northiam & #RotherfieldandMarkCross bonfire nights this weekend - have fun & stay safe!
#ChooseLocal - organised events are much safer than having fireworks & bonfires at home.
Check travel & attendance info before attending.
👉 www.esfrs.org/choose-local-is-back-for-bonfire-season
We've added MORE DATES and locations to our Electric Blanket Testing sessions!
Find out more 👉 www.esfrs.org/electric-blankets
➡️Bring your electric blanket along for a FREE safety check at any of our events.
🔁Please share!
#HomeFireSafety #ElectricBlankets
🔥 Fire travels fast.
E-bikes & e-scooters can ignite in seconds.
🚫 Don’t store or charge them in escape routes.
🚪 Keep fire doors closed – they give you vital extra minutes.
👉 Recognise it. Report it.
🌐For more advice visit: www.firedoorsafetyweek.co.uk
#FireDoorSafetyWeek #HomeSafety
It's #StudentFireSafetyWeek
We want to support all students to have a safe and enjoyable time during their studies.
By raising awareness and sharing simple fire safety tips, we can help reduce risks and protect our students and communities.
Visit👉www.esfrs.org/supporting-student-fire-safety-week
We are supporting the British Woodworking Federation's #FireDoorSafetyWeek!
👀📝We all have a role to play in spotting and reporting problems with fire doors to protect lives and property.
Find out more at 👉 www.firedoorsafetyweek.co.uk/
#RecogniseItReportIt #FireTravelsFast #FireDoorSafety
❗️Last year, over 30% of the blankets tested failed the safety checks, which could have resulted in serious incidents or even house fires.
➡️Bring your electric blanket along for a FREE safety check at any of our events.
Find out more 👉 www.esfrs.org/electric-blankets
#HomeFireSafety
🛏️📅Bring your electric blanket along for a FREE safety check at any of our events in October!
To find out dates, locations and vital safety tips visit:
🌐www.esfrs.org/electric-blankets
❄️🫶Stay warm but stay safe.
✨ Make an impact with your time!
Volunteer for the ESFRS Resilience Project and support adults across East Sussex.
Just a few hours can change lives.
Visit 👉 www.esfrs.org/community-volunteers
#VolunteerOpportunity #MakeADifference
Landlords and tenants both have roles to play in gas safety.
Landlords must ensure annual checks are arranged with a Gas Safe engineer and that a copy of the gas safety record is provided.
Tenants must report gas safety concerns.
For more advice, visit: bit.ly/GSRLandlords
#GSW25
It's vital to understand Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning symptoms and the warning signs of unsafe gas appliances.
Get your home equipped, and the homes of your loved ones, with an audible CO alarm and remember to test it regularly.
Find out more 👉 t.ly/XeSQV
#GSW25 #StaySafe #COAlarmsSaveLives
🚨9 September is Emergency Services Day 🚨
At 9am this morning a 2 minutes silence was held to mark the day and remember those who have lost their lives in the line of duty.
Thank you to all those who work and volunteer across all our Emergency Services.
Visit 👉 999day.org.uk
#999Day
This month’s #FireKills campaign is Home Fire Safety.
If you have any questions about fire safety in the home, we offer a free Home Fire Safety check service. To find out more and see if you are eligible:
📱Call 0800 177 7069
🌐or visit www.esfrs.org/hsvs
#StaySafe #HomeFireSafety #ReduceTheRisk
