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Pontefract Blue at the Pontefract Community Kitchen
26 November 2024
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Pontefract Firefighters' Spread Festive Cheer with Community Kitchen Donations

Firefighters from Pontefract’s Blue and Red Watches have joined forces to deliver food and presents to the Pontefract Community Kitchen, thanks to generous contributions from local businesses and t

RTC Demo
21 November 2024
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WYFRS Hosts Road Safety Roadshow for Calderdale Sixth-Form Students

West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) has marked this year’s Road Safety Week with impactful educational events in Calderdale, aimed at reducing road traffic collisions and saving lives.

Staff at FSHQ
19 November 2024
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First Teams Welcomed to New Fire Service Headquarters!

Staff at West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) have begun the exciting transition to the newly redeveloped Fire Service Headquarters (FSHQ), marking a significant milestone in the organisa

bonfire
06 November 2024
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Praise for firefighters and staff after Bonfire Night 2024

Fire chiefs have thanked the public and praised staff for their hard work after five days of celebrations for Bonfire Night 2024.

Fireworks
30 October 2024
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Firefighters issue important safety advice ahead of bonfire period

As Bonfire Night approaches for 2024 firefighters are asking the public to make sure they celebrate safely.

Robert Mallinson and Huddersfield Blue Watch
17 October 2024
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Commendations for Courageous Actions in Huddersfield House Fire Rescue

West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) is proud to commend local resident Robert Mallinson and Huddersfield Blue Watch for their courageous efforts during a devastating house fire on Leeds

Olly Bell and Dale Gardiner
10 October 2024
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"It was instinct to try and help!" - Yorkshire Water Employee Honoured

West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) has awarded Olly Bell, a Yorkshire Water employee, a District Commander’s Appreciation for his heroic actions when he encountered a fire in Huddersfie

TyreSafe
10 October 2024
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WYFRS Partners with TyreSafe to Boost Road Safety

West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) has teamed up with national charity TyreSafe to offer free tyre safety checks at our charity car wash events.

Course 212 and CFO John Roberts
30 September 2024
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Embers Ignite: Trainee Firefighter Course 212

On a crisp September morning, the drill yard at West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) Halifax Fire Station, came alive with the sound of 20 new and determined voices.

Katie Lloyd, Ota the kitten and Nasar Hussain
26 September 2024
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Purrfect Rescue: Kitten Rescued by Bradford White Watch Firefighters

A five-week-old kitten had a purrfect escape after becoming trapped in the engine of a car in Bradford. 

Long Service Awards 2024
17 September 2024
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Long Service Awards Celebrate Dedication and Teamwork at The Piece Hall

On Saturday 14th September, West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) held its prestigious Long Service Awards at the iconic Piece Hall in Halifax.

Mike and Kev Sutcliffe
13 September 2024
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Firefighting Yorkshire Brothers Win Big at National Awards!

Kev and Mike Sutcliffe have achieved remarkable recognition, winning both the "Most Outstanding Fire Service Award" and the prestigious "Most Outstanding Overall Award" at the Nat

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