🚭It's National No Smoking Day 🚭
Smoking is a common cause of fires and even if you've smoked for many years, It's never too late to quit. Improve safety and health - make today the first day of your no smoking journey 🫶
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🌞It’s sunny out for a change! Even when it’s chilly, placing mirrors close to windows can still be a fire risk.
Remember:
✅Keep reflective objects out of direct sunlight.
✅Don’t place aerosols on windowsills.
✅Test smoke alarms regularly!
#homesafety #mirror #sunlight #firesafety #staysafe
Here are some reminders from our joint campaign with the local team at @VeoliaUK about how to dispose of dangerous waste safely!
Visit: t.ly/xu0ni to find out more!
#DangerousWaste #SafeDisposal #HouseholdWaste #Businesses #RecycleResponsibly
⚠️ Did you know throwing gas canisters in bins can be extremely dangerous?
🏘️Households: Check your local council’s website to find out about safe disposal options.
📈Businesses: Contact your hazardous waste team.
♻️Help protect others and dispose safely.
@veoliauk.bsky.social @eastsussexcc.bsky.social
Our Fire Authority meeting takes place on Thursday 12 February at County Hall, Lewes, 10:30am.
You can find more about the meeting and the agenda here: www.esfrs.org/notification...
We’re continuing to promote our campaign with Veolia to protect real people from waste fires.
♻ Individuals: Take used vapes back to where you bought them.
♻ Businesses: Check out Veolia’s vape disposal recycling scheme.
🌐For more on this campaign visit: t.ly/XuZO3
#vapedisposal #RecycleResponsibly
Putting old electricals in household waste is extremely dangerous, even if they are no longer working. They can cause fires putting collection crews, facility workers, firefighters and the general public at risk.
Find out how to dispose safely, visit 👉 t.ly/XuZO3
@EastSussexCC
Clearing up after Christmas?
Please don’t throw batteries in household waste. They can cause fires putting collection crews, facility workers, firefighters and the general public at risk.
Find out more at 👉 t.ly/XuZO3
@VeoliaUK @EastSussexCC
Plus a few fire safety tips from us...
🔌Unplug electric heaters when unattended and when you go to bed.
⚠️ Keep heaters away from flammable items like curtains and furniture, never use them to dry clothes.
🔥 Use a fireguard to protect against embers.
🚨 Test your smoke alarms!
An AMBER cold health alert has been issued across the South East from 31 December 2025 at 08:00pm to 6 January 2026 at 10:00am.
Do you know where to find help and support during cold weather?
Be prepared, be ‘Emergency Ready,’ visit: www.sussex.police.uk/SRF
#safeandwarm
✨Wishing all our communities a safe and happy Christmas✨
🫶A big thank you to our amazing staff, volunteers, cadets and all those working to keep us safe over the festive season.
🎅Stay safe and enjoy!🎄
#MerryChristmas #StaySafe
🎅🏼What an incredible time it’s been for the Eastbourne Fire Station Santa Sleigh this year! We've been overwhelmed by the support 🫶
🚒For the final outing tonight - 23 December - the sleigh is due to go to Langney Rise. Check out the live tracker at 👉 www.esfrs.org/santa
On Tuesday 9th December, Veolia South Downs and East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service launched the the Dangerous Waste Campaign for East Sussex and Brighton & Hove at Crowborough Household Waste and Recycling Centre.
Keep an eye out for advice more information on the campaign visit 👉 t.ly/XuZO3
CANCELLED – Thursday 18th December
🌨️ Due to weather conditions, Santa is unable to take his sleigh out tonight, originally planned to visit the Roselands area of Eastbourne.
We hope that anyone who hasn’t been able to catch him can join us at the Fire Station this Sunday 21 December, 4pm to 6pm! 🫶
Don't forget it's Preston Circus Fire Station's annual Christmas Charity Collection this week, in aid of The Fire Fighters Charity...
When: Fri 19th and Sat 20th December 2025.
Times: 10.30am – 4pm.
Where: Outside Preston Circus Fire Station, #Brighton.
#CommunityEvent #FestiveFun
There have been a number of recent product recalls issued by
The Office for Product and Safety Standards involving a serious risk of fire.
Check products you own are safe and subscribe to email updates by visiting: gov.uk/product-safe...
Stay informed and stay safe.
#Rye Community Fire Station are offering a special Father Christmas Delivery Service to the local area on Christmas Day!
Parcels can be dropped off at Rye Fire Station, TN31 7DJ on 24 December between 9am and 3pm.
There will be a charge of £3 per parcel in aid of The Fire Fighters Charity.
🎅 What a response to the #Eastbourne Fire Station Santa Sleigh! A huge thanks to everyone involved and supporting!
The festive fun continues and you can find the routes and live tracker here: 👉 www.esfrs.org/santa
🚒 You can also see Santa at the Fire Station this Sunday 21 December, 4pm to 6pm!
Santa is ready for #Hastings The Ridge Community Fire Station Christmas Grotto!
Starts tonight Tuesday 16 December Starting 1830- 2030 and continues through to the final event at the same time each night up to Tuesday 23rd December.
Donations in aid of @firefighters999.bsky.social 🎅🎄🚒
The theme for #FireKills in December is….you guessed it…Christmas Fire Safety!
A few tips from us:
🔌Don’t overload sockets!
🔥Never leave cooking unattended.
✅Check your smoke alarms.
More advice👉 www.esfrs.org/put-safety-at-the-top-of-your-list-this-christmas
#ChristmasSafety #HomeFireSafety
Santa's travels are going so well and we are overwhelmed and so grateful for all the support so far! Tonight, 11th December, he is due to visit The Hydneye area of #HampdenPark from 6.30pm onwards with our fantastic Red Watch! Stay up to date at: esfrs.org/santa
❗⚡ 16 #ElectricBlanket Testing sessions were held recently across, East Sussex and Brighton & Hove. Out of the 558 blankets tested, a shocking 200 blankets failed and are no longer being used.
#StaySafe and visit: 👉www.esfrs.org/electric-blanket-testing-results-spark-home-safety-awareness
Starting 8 December!..We are joining Santa again on his sleigh ride through #Eastbourne, in aid of @firefighters999.bsky.social and spreading festive cheer!
Head to www.esfrs.org/santa to find the routes and tracker!
Please note, weather and emergency calls may affect the timetable.
#Community #Xmas
Winter weather can disrupt power and water – and older people can be most affected.
Help someone you know #BeReady:
1️⃣Join the Priority Services Register
2️⃣Pack a “just in case” bag
3️⃣Write down key numbers
Find out more: www.sussex.police.uk/be-ready
⚠ Fires caused by lithium-ion batteries can be #FastFierceFatal.
🔌Charge them away from anything that can burn.
❗Know the danger signs: overheating, swelling, leaking, unusual smells, hissing, damage or won’t hold charge.
#HomeFireSafety #StaySafe #ReduceRisk
❤️🚒 This week we attended the Tarner Family Hub, for @brighton-hove.gov.uk's Cost of Living Event, supporting the community on staying safe at home.
We were so pleased with lots of sign ups for our FREE Home Safety Visits! Find out if you are eligible:
Call 0800 177 7069 or visit www.esfrs.org/hsvs
💻📱From phones to laptops, e-scooters to drones – the same safety rules apply:
⚡Check chargers and cables.
🔋Act fast on warning signs.
Fires caused by their batteries can be #FastFierceFatal. Check out our safety advice at 👉 www.esfrs.org/electrical-fire-safety
Today, 25 November, is White Ribbon Day - let’s #SpeakUp against domestic violence and create a world where everyone is safe, equal and respected.
To find out more and get involved visit: www.whiteribbon.org.uk/wespeakup
#WeSpeakUp #WhiteRibbonDay
Preston Circus Fire Station is holding its annual Christmas Charity Collection in aid of @firefighters999.bsky.social
When: Fri 19th and Sat 20th December.
Times: 10.30am – 4pm.
Where: Outside Preston Circus Fire Station, #Brighton.
Join us this festive season for a worthy cause! 🎅🎄
On 13 November we joined Sussex Police and Brighton & Hove City Council for an E-Bike Safety Joint Action Day.
E-bikes can pose a serious fire risk if not used safely. Through supporting this event, we aimed to raise awareness of safe storage and charging practices.
#StaySafe #FierceFastFatal
