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At approximately 3:30 pm this afternoon, CFS crews responded to reports of a structure fire on Katarapko Crescent, near Winkie, in the Riverland.  Upon arrival, CFS crews found a house fully engulfed in flames. Three CFS trucks and a CFS Bulk Water Carrier were supported by three MFS trucks and an MFS Bulk Water Carrier from Renmark and Berri. CFS crews respond to structure fire on Katarapko Crescent Crews were unable to save the house, however, worked to stop the fire from spreading to...

At approximately 3:30 pm this afternoon, CFS crews responded to reports of a structure fire on Katarapko Crescent near Winkie in the Riverland. Upon arrival, CFS crews found a house fully engulfed in flames. Three CFS trucks and a CFS Bulk Water Carrier were supported by three MFS trucks and an MFS Bulk Water Carrier from Renmark and Berri. Crews were unable to save the house, however, they worked to stop the fire from spreading to a nearby shed and into the surrounding scrub. SA Police were o...

Fire and rescue services have been responding to calls of ‘large-scale’ fires at industrial estates across the UK this past week, demonstrating their vital role in keeping residents safe. large-scale fire On the evening of 18 November 2022, Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) sent crews to tackle a fire that broke out at a disused warehouse in the town of Ryton, in Gateshead. Described as a ‘large-scale’ fire, eight fire appliances and 40 firefighters at...

At a recent Council meeting of its members, the Construction Industry Council (CIC) elected Paul Bussey and Philip Baker as the new Chair and Deputy Chair of the CIC Health & Safety Committee. The CIC Health and Safety Committee provides a forum for health and safety representatives of CIC member institutions and to meet, shape policy, discuss initiatives and develop responses on behalf of CIC and built environment professionals. Prior roles of Bussey  Paul Bussey, who was previousl...

Installers or specifiers seeking a fire-rated foam for sealing linear joints that meets the practical challenges, as well as all current European regulatory requirements, can rely on the performance of Nullifire FF197 Gun Grade Fire Rated PU Foam, one of the ranges of high-performance Nullifire products, manufactured by Tremco CPG. As a modified single component, polyurethane foam, Nullifire FF197 has been developed to speed the installation of fire doors in situations from shops and schoo...

Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service is looking for local residents and business owners to get involved in a new online feedback forum to share their views and opinions about the work of their local fire and rescue service. They are asking people to register their details and agree to be sent one or two emails a month either with some simple questions to respond to, or on occasions, to read some information and then complete a short survey.  Best possible service This is an ideal way f...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Commissioner Paul Baxter is now visiting the state's flood-impacted Central West, offering his support to emergency teams. The tour began with Commissioner Baxter calling into the incident 'base camp' in Parkes, where he met with FRNSW strike teams and Kiwi and Singaporean support crews. Ongoing response and recovery efforts The contingent has been deploying to affected towns to support ongoing response and recovery efforts Over the past few days, the contingent h...

Fifteen years on from the death of a West Yorkshire teenager, a hard-hitting roadshow warned youngsters to be careful when getting behind the wheel.  The Calderdale Road Safety Roadshow, organized by West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS), was attended by more than 730 students aged 15 and 16 from schools across the borough, who were shown the consequences of driving without care and attention. road safety education initiatives Recent figures show that thanks to road safety educa...

As part of Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week, West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) is urging people to make sure alarms are in good working order. Last month, new government regulations came into force, making it a legal requirement for landlords to install carbon monoxide (CO) alarms. The requirements are enforced by local authorities, who can impose a fine of up to £5,000, if a landlord fails to comply with a remedial notice. carbon monoxide alarms Family of six was vacated fro...

With an annual production capacity of 200,000 tons, Hempel’s new factory in Yangtze International Chemical Industrial Park in Zhangjiagang will be the company’s largest production site in the region. It will be inaugurated in 2022, replacing Hempel’s existing production facilities in Kunshan. A groundbreaking ceremony was held at the site, led by Michael Mei, Group Vice President of Hempel in North Asia. “China is a growing market for Hempel that will continue to gr...

A recent fire incident in Greenock where a child nearly died has seen Scottish emergency service officials highlight the danger of combustible waste being left in tenement closes. Murdo Henderson, Inverclyde group commander for the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has raised concerns over dangerous and flammable items being left in these areas, saying "It is an ongoing issue that we have a great concern about." Hospital for smoke inhalation With no specific legislation that they are ab...

Andrew Bryson has been appointed Senior Vice President (SVP) of Engineering and Research at FM Global. He also has global responsibility for FM Approvals, an international leader in third-party testing and certification of property loss prevention products and services. Previously, he served as FM Global’s London operations manager. Work experience and qualification Andrew Bryson, who holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering from the University of Reading, UK, began his...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is warning shoppers about the dangers relating to Lithium-ion battery-powered gifts this Christmas. FRNSW has observed a significant rise in fires related to Lithium-ion batteries this year, most often in small, portable devices like e-bikes and e-scooters. Lithium-ion battery fires FRNSW crews have responded to 180 Lithium-ion battery fires, compared with just over 16 in 2021 Since January 1, FRNSW crews have responded to 180 Lithium-ion battery fires, compared w...

More than 50 Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters have extinguished a fire which engulfed two neighboring homes in Sydney's west. The blaze broke out at the rear of one of the properties on Temma Place and St Marys Street, West Hoxton, shortly before 11:30 am. NSW Rural Fire Service The incident resulted in several small explosions and sent smoke drifting across the suburb FRNSW crews, assisted by the NSW Rural Fire Service, arrived on-scene within minutes of being alerted and immediatel...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has battled an intense fire that spread to an adjoining home last night at Lethbridge Park, in Sydney's west. A suspected electrical fault started the blaze and caused a series of explosions at the rear of the home in Mindanao Crescent just after 5pm. Wearing breathing apparatus Eight fire engines and 36 firefighters rushed to the scene to find a large plume of black smoke Eight fire engines and 36 firefighters rushed to the scene to find a large plume of black sm...

At approximately 2:30 pm, CFS was alerted to reports of a truck fire on the Eyre Highway, Kimba, in the Australian state's North West. Upon arrival, CFS crews found the cabin of the truck fully alight. The truck, transporting a hydraulic drill was destroyed, with the damage bill estimated to be around $100,000. No one was injured and the cause is yet to be determined.

A fire that broke out at an industrial estate near Rotherham is still issuing toxic smoke from burning waste eight weeks later. The warehouse at Kiveton Park Industrial Estate, which stores a mixture of domestic and industrial waste, caught fire in the early hours of 21 September 2022. However, it appears that fire crews are still struggling to completely extinguish hotspots within the waste piles, mainly due to the amount of waste that has been stored there.  fire suppression When...

Skills for Security, the UK's fire and security apprenticeship provider announces the appointment of Arevika Stepanian to the Board as a Director of Corporate Relations (Non-Executive), with immediate effect. Responsibilities  As a Director of Corporate Relations at Skills for Security, Arevika will be working with channel partners and media affiliates to increase the support of, and sponsorship of robust skills pipeline for the UK electrotechnical sector, with a focus on fire and securit...

Nittan Europe General Manager for EMEA Sales - Mr. Robin Edmunds was pleased to present a Nittan Elite Partner wall plaque to Sovereign Fire & Security Operations Director - Mr. Richard Nutt at their offices in recognition of their commitment and loyalty to the Nittan brand. Meeting end user needs With ongoing product training and continuing promotion of their products, Sovereign Fire & Security offer the very highest levels of customer service, which fall neatly in line with the ethos...

It’s a world away from speeding head-first on a sled at 130 kilometers an hour along a twisting icy track, but rookie firefighter Emma Lincoln-Smith is eagerly embracing her latest challenge. The Winter Olympian is one of 227 Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) recruits who have graduated today from the Emergency Services Academy at Orchard Hills in Sydney’s west. Surf Life Saving and surfing 36-year-old Emma grew up in Narrabeen, a long way from the snow, and originally took up track 36...

Sydney Swans AFLW star, Rebecca Privitelli, has graduated as a firefighter with Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW), fulfilling a long-time goal to serve the community and protect the irreplaceable. The 27-year-old Center Half Forward is one of 227 new Permanent and On-Call (Retained) firefighters who have qualified to join the ranks of the 112-year-old organization, honored during a Graduation ceremony at the Emergency Services Academy at Orchard Hills in Sydney’s west. Swans Leadership Group...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has established a portable communications cell in the flood-ravaged town of Eugowra to provide telephone and internet access for devastated residents. When the flash flood struck the Central West township earlier this week, it also destroyed the local telecommunications infrastructure, preventing residents from contacting loved ones and vital government services for help. Major emergency to assist community  The communications cell was last used in a major eme...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) continues to assist residents and businesses in the state's flood-hit Central West, with some now able to begin cleaning up as others are forced to wait for water levels to drop. FRNSW Strike Team 'Oscar' and HAZMAT specialists have been clearing rancid meat from a butcher shop in flood-ravaged Eugowra. The supplies had begun rotting as a result of floodwater inundating the town and electricity being cut-off. FRNSW flood teams FRNSW has also washed out Eugowra...

The Passive Fire Knowledge Group (PFKG), has been launched to drive culture change through the design and construction process to improve fire safety in buildings. The Passive Fire Knowledge Group (PFKG) brings together Tier 1 contractors, specialist installers, and relevant trade associations to promote passive fire protection guidance and so improve the delivery of well-designed, specified and installed passive fire protection. Tier 1 contractors comprise the largest stakeholder group and hav...

Just after 1:00 pm this afternoon, CFS was alerted to reports of a structure fire on Kangaroo Flat Road, Koorine, approximately 30 km northwest of Mount Gambier. Upon arrival, CFS crews found a house fully engulfed in flames. Five CFS trucks, 1 Bulk Water Carrier, and a Farm Fire Unit worked to bring the fire under control. The collaborative effort from crews, contained the fire, minimizing the damage in areas of the house. Thankfully there are no reported injuries, and SA Police and SA Ambulan...

Great two days exhibiting at London Build Expo 2022, between the 16 and 17 November 2022, otherwise known as the ‘festival of construction,’ the UK’s pioneering construction show. Offering a unique experience with over 500 speakers across eight different stages, 350+ exhibitors and live product demos, London Build has yet again proved to be a successful show. The theme of the built stand this year was to portray a journey. This a journey that is essential with the ever-changin...

Just after 1:00 pm in the afternoon, CFS were alerted to reports of a structure fire on Kangaroo Flat Road, Koorine, approximately 30 km north-west of Mount Gambier. Fire under control Upon arrival, CFS crews found a house fully engulfed in flames. Five CFS trucks, 1 Bulk Water Carrier and a Farm Fire Unit worked to bring the fire under control. The collaborative effort from crews, contained the fire, minimizing the damage in areas of the house. Thankfully there are no reported injuries, and...

Estimates suggest that Class 4 moisture content according to ISO 8573-1 is acceptable in the majority of compressed air system applications, thus supporting the use of refrigeration dryer technology. However, where applications demand higher levels of moisture removal, desiccant tends to be the go-to technology. hybrid solution The long-standing problem here is the higher cost associated with desiccant dryers, which is why Hi-line Industries, a UK-based pioneer in the design, manufacture, and...

For the first time since the 1970s, West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service is now recruiting to increase its firefighter headcount. This £1.5m investment is a direct result of the increase in the council tax precept last year. The service, like all public sector bodies, has experienced significant cuts to its budget since 2010, when austerity measures began. As a result, firefighter numbers have reduced over the last 12 years from 1,490 to 900. This was through not replacing firefighters...

At approximately 2:45 pm, CFS crews were alerted to a structure fire on Mulga Place, Fregon, in the state's APY Lands. Two CFS trucks from Fregon and Ernabella supported by SAPOL, arrived on the scene to find the duplex fully alight. Fortunately, there were no occupants home at the time. Damage is estimated at $400,000 with the cause yet to be determined. Fire Cause Investigators will attend to the scene in the morning.