Ludgershall Fire Station

More heavy rain is forecast for tonight and tomorrow, which will likely cause more disruption and flooding.

Please adhere to our advice and DO NOT attempt to drive through flood water. Surface water doesn’t appear very deep, but there can be unseen dips in the road which can catch drivers unaware.

If you are concerned about flooding where you live, sign up for flood alerts here https://www.gov.uk/sign-up-for-flood-warnings

For advice on how to prepare for a flood and what to do in the event of a flood, visit https://www.dwfire.org.uk/safety/flooding/

Before you deck the halls, make sure your festive lights are still fit for purpose and the wires aren’t damaged.

Always use an RCD device which can safely cut off power, and remember to switch everything off before going to bed or leaving the property.

How are you getting home after celebrating Christmas with colleagues, friends and family this month?

If you can’t walk home safely, make sure you have a designated driver who won’t drink, or book a taxi - don't take any risks.

Looking for a electrical bargain?

In the UK, some 7,000 house fires are caused by faulty electrical appliances every year. Ensure you're buying from a reputable retailer and your electrical device has a British or European safety mark.

If a deal seems too good to be true, it probably is.
www.dwfire.org.uk/electrical-safety/

We are supporting Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week.

Do you know the dangers of Carbon Monoxide? Visit www.dwfire.org.uk/carbon-monoxide/ for more information and advice

Do you live in the UK or Ireland? Have you been impacted by wildfire or experienced smokey conditions, or do you live or work in an area that is at-risk from wildfire, or where fire is used as a land management tool?

If so, you are invited to participate in a 15-minute online survey focusing on community wildfire resilience.

The survey aims to learn from people who live or work in rural, urban and interface areas in the UK and Ireland. It is the first stage of a research project that will also include in-depth interviews with people on their properties or places of work.

For more details and to participate in the survey, please follow this link https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/firesukie

The survey closes on 20 January 2024.

Today our thoughts are with all Marks family friends and colleagues.

Public notice

Between 2-3pm today, a funeral cortège will be travelling along the A345 from Pewsey to Salisbury. This is likely to cause some traffic delays.

We hope you can understand and bear with us whilst we honour Mark and pay our respects to our colleague.

During cold weather, please remember to keep warm safely. If you’re using electric heaters to warm you up, make sure they’re safe and away from materials that might burn
www.dwfire.org.uk/safety/save-safely/

Don’t remember the 5th of November for all the wrong reasons.
Be safe while celebrating with and follow our safety advice here https://www.dwfire.org.uk/fireworks/

The rain is causing more flooding issues across some of our service area. Make sure you know what to do in a flood and sign up to flood alerts here https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/alerts-and-warnings

This week is and we’re celebrating the often-unsung heroes of our Control Room. Every emergency response by DWFRS (and all other Fire and Rescue Services) starts with Fire Control – our highly trained and professional operators not only answer the 999 calls, but also mobilise the resources and oversee the incident to its conclusion. Without them, we wouldn’t be able to keep our communities safe.

Sincerest condolences to Mark's family, friends and colleagues 😔

From CFO Ben Ansell:

It is with great shock and sadness, that I confirm, on behalf of his family, the sudden passing of one of our colleagues. Watch Manager Mark Hillier passed away last night following a road traffic collision near his home in Pewsey.

I know that I speak on behalf of the entire Service when I say that we are devastated by this news. Our thoughts and deepest condolences go out to his family, friends, colleagues, and loved ones at this tough time.

In remembrance and as a mark of respect, our flags are flying at half-mast, across Dorset and Wiltshire.

https://www.dwfire.org.uk/news/wm-mark-hillier/

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Interested in joining our team? We are recruiting for our community. Drop us a message or scan the QR code to find out more.

https://www.dwfire.org.uk/working-for-us/on-call-firefighters/

A shocking 25% of drivers report having had a near miss on a country road, while 40% have been surprised by an unexpected hazard, such as an animal. A third also confess to taking a bend too fast.

Slow down to avoid hazards hidden by bends on country roads

Today is both the International Day of Older Persons and Grandparents’ Day. If you have someone older in your life who needs support, please make sure they have working smoke alarms and help them do regular tests. There’s lots of other ways of staying safe at home, so why not take a look at our website and pass on some top tips! www.dwfire.org.uk/safety-at-home

Still plenty of time to find out more. Drop us a FB message or swing by on a Wednesday evening from 7pm, thats our drill night. Come and meet our team!

Recruiting for on-call vacancies across Dorset and Wiltshire. Get in touch via Facebook or scan our QR code and leave your details, we will get in touch.

Interested in joining our team? We are recruiting for our community. Drop us a message or scan the QR code to find out more.

One of our Ludgershall Firefighters will be joining Fire Crew from Royal Wootton Bassett Fire Station on a big challenge to raise money for Firefighters Charity which supports firefighters and they families .
They will be climbing Mount Snowdon while wearing full fire kit and Breathing Apparatus on their backs.
This is a huge change for an incredible cause.
Even smallest donation can help .
Wish them luck 🍀

🔥🔥Could you be an 'On-Call' Firefighter in Ludgershall and the surrounding areas?🔥🔥
Want to find out more? Drop Ludgershall Fire Station a message or pop in on Wednesday evening drill nights, between 7-9.30pm

Want to find out more? Drop us a message or pop in on Wednesday evening drill nights, between 7-9.30pm

Today is Emergency Services Day, which honours all of the UK's blue light organisations.

At 9am, staff across our Service will be observing two minutes of silence to remember all those who have lost their lives while working for one of the country's emergency services.

More about this annual event can be found at www.999day.org.uk

A lot of people don’t realise that wet hay is more likely to lead to spontaneous combustion than dry hay.

If you have recently finished , look at the details on our website to find out how to reduce your risks of a hay fire.

https://www.dwfire.org.uk/business-fire-safety/fire-risks-on-farms/safe-storage-of-hay/

Let’s all stay fire-safe this weekend - , be careful when disposing of ci******es and matches, avoid having bonfires or campfires, and don’t use flares or fireworks near cliffs or heathland.

If you own or rent a beach hut, make sure you keep it fire safe – don’t use disposable BBQs or camp stoves indoors; keep the outside clear of anything that could ignite easily; and make sure any gas supply is turned off when you leave.