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The latest news and updates from the Newham Borough's firefighters and leadership team πŸš’ Do not report emergencies here, dial 999. More info: https://linktr.ee/londonfirebrigade

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Schools We believe the best way to keep Londoners safe is through fire safety education – and that starts at primary school.

School visits. We believe the best way to keep Londoners safe is through fire safety education – and that starts in primary school.

www.london-fire.gov.uk/schools/

08.02.2026 09:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Flat fire - East Ham Four fire engines attended a flat fire on Green Street in East Ham.

Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters attended a fire at a block of flats on Green Street in East Ham.

A small part of an eight-floor flat was damaged by fire. There were no reports of any injuries.

www.london-fire.gov.uk/incidents/20...

08.02.2026 09:44 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A Day in the Life of a Firefighter | Emergency Calls & Fire Station Life
YouTube video by London Fire Brigade A Day in the Life of a Firefighter | Emergency Calls & Fire Station Life

Day in the Life of a Firefighter | Emergency Calls & Fire Station Life

www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0AS...

01.02.2026 10:46 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
E-bikes and E-scooters: London's Growing Fire Risk
YouTube video by London Fire Brigade E-bikes and E-scooters: London's Growing Fire Risk

E-bikes and E-scooters: London's Growing Fire Risk

www.youtube.com/watch?v=_aG7...

01.02.2026 10:44 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Careers - London Fire Brigade Not all lifesavers wear uniforms. From specialist support staff to education and fire prevention, enforcing regulations to answering 999 calls, we're a diverse, welcoming community – will you join us?

Careers: Not all lifesavers wear uniforms. From specialist support staff to education and fire prevention, enforcing regulations to answering 999 calls, we're a diverse, welcoming community – will you join us?

www.london-fire.gov.uk/careers/

01.02.2026 10:40 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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London sees record rise in e‑bike and e‑scooter fires E-bike fires killed two Londoners last year and the LFB wants further formal regulation.

Record rise in London e‑bike and e‑scooter fires

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

01.02.2026 10:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Smoke alarms and heat alarms -Fire safety at home The warning an appropriate fire detection system provides can save your life. But what's right for you and your home?

Smoke alarms and heat alarms. The warning an appropriate fire detection system provides can save your life. But what's right for you and your home?

www.london-fire.gov.uk/safety/the-h...

31.01.2026 09:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
House fire - Forest Gate Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters were called to a house fire on Studley Road in Forest Gate.

Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters were called to a house fire on Studley Road in Forest Gate.

www.london-fire.gov.uk/incidents/20...

31.01.2026 09:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Record number of e-bike and e-scooter fires across London in 2025, as Brigade calls for regulation to be introduced More than 200Β e-bike and e-scooter fires were recorded in London in 2025 – the highestΒ numberΒ ever

Record number of e-bike and e-scooter fires across London in 2025, as Brigade calls for regulation to be introduced

www.london-fire.gov.uk/news/2026-ne...

31.01.2026 09:50 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Hoarding advice for carers and support Sometimes people like to collect and hoard things in their home, leading to an increased risk of fire

Hoarding disorder. Sometimes people like to collect and hoard things in their home, leading to an increased risk of fire.

www.london-fire.gov.uk/safety/carer...

23.01.2026 09:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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London Fire Brigade urges carers to complete Home Fire Safety Checker amid winter hoarding fire risks London Fire Brigade is renewing its call for carers to help people living with hoarding behaviours reduce their risk of fire, by completing the Home Fire Safety Checker (HFSC).

London Fire Brigade urges carers to complete Home Fire Safety Checker amid winter hoarding fire risks

www.london-fire.gov.uk/news/2026-ne...

23.01.2026 09:32 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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White goods - Fire safety at home Tumble dryers, washing machines, fridges and freezers can all cause electrical fires. Here's what you need to know to stay safe.

White goods and fire safety. Tumble dryers, washing machines, fridges and freezers can all cause electrical fires. Here's what you need to know to stay safe.

www.london-fire.gov.uk/safety/the-h...

15.01.2026 10:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Flat fire - Newham Flat damaged by fire caused by faulty fridge

Flat fire - Newham

Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters tackled a fire a flat fire on Godfrey Street in Newham. The fire is believed to have been caused by a fault within a fridge.

www.london-fire.gov.uk/incidents/20...

15.01.2026 10:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Driving safely in winter Winter weather, like snow, ice and storms, can create difficult driving conditions. Make sure you know how to stay safe.

Driving safely in winter: be prepared for snow, ice, rain and wind

www.london-fire.gov.uk/safety/road-...

07.01.2026 14:58 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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ChargeSafe The battery in your electric bike or electric scooter could be putting you at risk. Learn about what you can do to protect yourself and others.

On average there is a fire from a lithium battery in an e-bike or e-scooter every two days in London. Find out more at:

www.london-fire.gov.uk/safety/lithi...

07.01.2026 14:56 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Fire at recycling yard - Beckton Four fire engines attended a fire at a recycling yard on Jenkins Lane in Beckton.

Fire at recycling yard - Beckton

Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters attended a fire at a recycling yard on Jenkins Lane in Beckton.

The Brigade suspects the most probable cause of the fire was the failure of a lithium-ion battery.

www.london-fire.gov.uk/incidents/20...

07.01.2026 14:55 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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London Fire Commissioner's New Year message As weΒ enterΒ the newΒ year,Β I’dΒ like to thankΒ ourΒ firefighters, controlΒ officersΒ and staffΒ for their service,Β working hard to keep London safeΒ every day, particularly those who have worked throughout th...

London Fire Commissioner's New Year message

We will remain focused on improving and delivering a service that is fit for purpose for a modern global city. It is important that London Fire Brigade is trusted to serve and protect Londoners.

www.london-fire.gov.uk/news/2026-ne...

07.01.2026 11:49 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
London Fire Brigade Safety Campaign | ChargeSafe at Piccadilly Circus
YouTube video by London Fire Brigade London Fire Brigade Safety Campaign | ChargeSafe at Piccadilly Circus

London Fire Brigade Safety Campaign | ChargeSafe at Piccadilly Circus

www.youtube.com/watch?v=kY5R...

25.12.2025 01:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
CPR Training: Working Together to Save Lives | LFB & LAS
YouTube video by London Fire Brigade CPR Training: Working Together to Save Lives | LFB & LAS

CPR Training: Working Together to Save Lives | LFB & LAS
www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZpI...

25.12.2025 01:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Fire safety at home Here are all our firefighters' top tips to reduce fire risks at home.

Fire safety at home: We believe that the best way to protect Londoners from fire is by helping you understand and reduce common risks in your home. Discover our firefighters' top tips for keeping your household safe.

www.london-fire.gov.uk/safety/the-h...

25.12.2025 01:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
House fire - East Ham Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters tackled a fire at a mid terraced house on Manor Park in East Ham.

House fire - East Ham

www.london-fire.gov.uk/incidents/20...

25.12.2025 01:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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London Fire Brigade shares community festive spirit across the capital Firefighters have gone above and beyond to help Londoners of all ages celebrate Christmas, bringing festive joy to communities across the capital

London Fire Brigade shares community festive spirit.

www.london-fire.gov.uk/news/2025-ne...

25.12.2025 01:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Smoking- Fire safety at home – London Fire Brigade Smoking is a major cause of fire fatalities, and we all know the health risks. But if you know a smoker who won't quit, and you want to help them reduce the risks, read on...

www.london-fire.gov.uk/safety/the-h...

Smoking and fire safety: The safest way to smoke is not to smoke at all.

18.12.2025 08:41 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
House fire - North Woolwich Ten fire engines and around 70 firefighters have been tackling a fire at a row of terraced houses on Lord Street in North Woolwich.

www.london-fire.gov.uk/incidents/20...

Firefighters have issued a reminder of their smoking safety advice following a fire at a row of terraced houses on Lord Street in North Woolwich.

Around 20 people left the properties before the Brigade arrived. There are currently no reports of any injuries.

18.12.2025 08:40 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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London Fire Brigade urges caution around water this winter, as water incidents on track to reach five-year high London Fire Brigade has issued a warning following a 77% rise in winter water-related incidents

www.london-fire.gov.uk/news/2025-ne...

London Fire Brigade is urging Londoners to take extra care near rivers, canals, lakes and reservoirs this winter as new figures show a rise in water-related incidents in the colder months over the past five years.

18.12.2025 08:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Community Hot Meals

Running over the winter period from October 2025 to March 2026, the Newham Food Alliance partners are not only offering a hot meal but support, guidance and signposting to other services including benefits, employment and wellbeing.

www.healthwatchnewham.co.uk/news/2025-12...

14.12.2025 11:34 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Flat fire - East Ham Eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters responded to a fire in East Ham.

Eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters responded to a fire on High Street North, East Ham.

The incident was located in a terraced property, consisting of commercial units with flats above. Part of a flat on the third floor was alight.

www.london-fire.gov.uk/incidents/20...

14.12.2025 11:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Brigade makes road safety list and encourages Londoners to check it twice before driving home for Christmas London Fire Brigade is encouraging Londoners to follow Santa’s lead by making a list and checking it twice before driving home for Christmas, as figures show that the risk of road traffic collisions i...

Brigade makes road safety list and encourages Londoners to check it twice before driving home for Christmas www.london-fire.gov.uk/news/2025-ne...

14.12.2025 11:29 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Protecting your home takes as little as two minutes with LFB's Home Fire Safety Checker London Fire Brigade is urging Londoners to complete a free online Home Fire Safety Check before Christmas.

Protecting your home takes as little as two minutes with LFB's Home Fire Safety Checker

www.london-fire.gov.uk/news/2025-ne...

06.12.2025 18:21 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Today crews from East Ham (F44), white watch attended the London Stadium and mingled with fans from both West Ham and Liverpool collecting money for the Firefighters Charity raising over Β£700. Thank you for the support.

30.11.2025 21:11 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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