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Fire Safety legislation changes are on their way
29 September 2023
Young people make pledges to stay safe behind the wheel of a car
28 September 2023
Smoke alarms save elderly man after dramatic kitchen blaze
26 September 2023
Leader of Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service retires after 26 years of service
22 September 2023
Meet the former photographer who decided to focus on becoming a life-saver
21 September 2023
A safety warning to students this semester
19 September 2023
Fire Service staff are rewarded for their commitment to helping young people
15 September 2023
A former energy expert picks up a fire hose
14 September 2023
Fire Control and firefighters praised after flooding sees huge spike in calls
11 September 2023
Another life saved on the River Tyne after dramatic water rescue
08 September 2023
Mischievous moggy rehomed after a traumatic rescue
06 September 2023
Fire Service control room apprentice achieves distinction grade
05 September 2023
A vibrant volunteer has thanked the fire service for helping him push himself
01 September 2023