❗⚡ 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

🔋⚡This week, we will be sharing Fast. Fierce. Fatal. messaging - a lithium-ion battery safety campaign fronted by West Midlands Fire Service. 🛍With Black Friday and Xmas coming, we’ll share advice to help you stay safe. For more advice visit👉 www.esfrs.org/more-home-safety-advice #FastFierceFatal

🚗It's #RoadSafetyWeek and with the cold weather please stay safe on the roads! 🥶 🚘🛞Ensure your tyres are winter ready. ☀️❄️Low sun can also impact visibility - have a clear windscreen and slow down. More winter driving tips here: 👉 www.esfrs.org/winter-driving #coldweather #winterdriving

International Mens Day is a global day of observance held every year around the world. We celebrate all our colleagues who are acting as positive role models and making a difference to the wellbeing and lives of men and boys. 🫶 #RoleModels #MakingADifference #Wellbeing #IMD

❄️🥶It's cold out there! Make sure that you and those you care about are #prepared! 1⃣ Join the Priority Services Register (PSR) 2⃣ Pack a “just in case” bag 3⃣ Know who you can call For more information visit: www.sussex.police.uk/be-ready #BeReady #ColdWeather

🚗We’re supporting Brake’s #RoadSafetyWeek campaign to raise awareness for how safe vehicles can save lives. 🌸Top tip - Remember your FLOWER checks! Learn more at www.brake.org.uk/road-safety-week

It's #CarbonMonoxide Awareness Week 17-23 November. A working CO alarm can save your life. ✅Install CO alarms. ✅Schedule annual servicing. ✅Test alarms regularly. ✅Replace batteries as needed. ✅Use only Gas Safe registered engineers for gas safety checks. #COsafety #StaySafe #FireSafety

It’s #RoadSafetyWeek this week 16-22 November 2025! Visit www.brake.org.uk/road-safety-week for more plus keep an eye out and share our safety advice this week! #RoadSafety #SaferRoads

The #FireKills campaign for November is Electrical Fire Safety. 🔌Check that your electrical products have not been recalled. ⚡Make sure you register your electrical appliances 🔌Don’t overload plug sockets ⚡Switch off appliances at the socket when not in use 🔌Buy from reputable retailers

“At the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh month – we will remember them.” This morning, we marked #ArmisticeDay across the Service, including a two minutes silence alongside Sussex Police colleagues at our Headquarters in Lewes. #LestWeForget #WeWillRemember

Thank you to everyone who has attended our Electric Blanket Testing sessions so far! We have some remaining sessions THIS WEEK in #Rye, #Heathfield, #GoldenCross, #Hailsham, #Moulsecoomb and #Telscombe Find out more at: www.esfrs.org/electric-blankets #ElectricBlanketTesting #HomeFireSafety

Winter weather can disrupt power and water – and older people can be most affected. Help someone you know #BeReady: 1⃣ Join the Priority Services Register 2⃣ Pack a “just in case” bag 3⃣ Write down key numbers Find out more 👉 sussex.police.uk/be-ready

We know that some people may be out and about having a drink whilst celebrating bonfire season. With high tides and recent rain, riverbanks and edges can be very slippery and dangerous. ➡️ Stay with your mates and stay safe. #BeWaterAware #BeAMate #dontdrinkanddrown

We're encouraging people outside of the #Lewes area to choose local events instead this bonfire season. Avoid the crowds,stay safe and tune into Rocket FM Lewes instead - it's a great way to get a front seat of the celebrations! 👇 www.youtube.com/watch?v=_OcI3ZyCdZ0 #staysafe #livestream

We have been encouraging people to stay safe by attending locally organised events but if you are celebrating at home please follow the Firework Code. Find out more here 👉www.esfrs.org/choose-local-is-back-for-bonfire-season #staysafe #fireworksafety #bonfiresafety

We have been out this week providing fire safety advice to local businesses ahead of #Lewes Bonfire Night. If you are a Business owner or RP for a premises, you should always have a fire risk assessment in place. Visit 👉 www.esfrs.org/workplaces #SaferBusinesses #FireRiskAssessments

Join us tomorrow, Saturday 1st November at Lewes Town Hall! During the event, we will talk about what you can do to help keep yourselves and others safe. Find out more at 👉 www.lewes-tc.gov.uk/council_events/lewes-floods-25th-anniversary-the-public-meeting/ #Floods #EmergencyPreparedness

It’s Halloween & Bonfire season! 🎆 Have fun, stay safe & #ChooseLocal 🎃 If you’re using fireworks at home, follow the Firework Code and be considerate of others. Find out about events & the Firework code at👉 t.ly/lZ4m1 #CelebrateSafely #Halloween #Fireworks

Talk to your children about #HalloweenSafety and please remember our Halloween Road Safety Advice from Firefighter ‘Franky-stein’! Be seen this Halloween! 🎃More advice at 👉 www.esfrs.org/halloween #BeSeen #Halloween #RoadSafety

It's #InternationalControlRoomWeek! A huge thank you to all those who work in our Joint Fire Control for @eastsussexfrs.bsky.social, @westsussexfire.bsky.social and @surreyfrs.bsky.social You are amazing! #heroesinheadsets #controlroomoperator #thankyou

Thank you to everyone who has come along to get their electric blankets tested this week and help reduce fire risk. Remaining dates in #Bexhill, #Hastings, #Rye, #Heathfield, #GoldenCross, #Hailsham, #Moulsecoomb, #Telscombe Find out more at 👉 www.esfrs.org/electric-blankets

⛈ With strong winds and heavy rain predicted overnight and into Thursday, please take care out there and make sure you know who to call! #Storm #Wind #Rain

It's #CandleFireSafetyWeek 20-26 October 2025. 🕯 Never leave a burning candle unattended and make sure it’s fully extinguished when not in use. 🕯 Ensure you have working smoke alarms. More information at 👉 www.esfrs.org/candles-decorative-lights-decorations #CandleSafety #BeCandleClever

At 17:47hrs on 19 October 2025, East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service were called to reports of a derelict building fire on Upper Carlisle Road, #Eastbourne. Latest updates can be found at: www.esfrs.org/upper-carlis...

Did you know that just 30cm of flowing water is enough to move your car? You should never drive through floodwater. This #FloodActionWeek find out the actions you can take to stay safe. www.gov.uk/prepare-for-...

With less than 3 weeks to go, public safety is a priority for #Lewes #bonfire night celebrations on 5 November and travel restrictions will be in place - find out more at 👉 t.ly/t-b6A If you’re from outside Lewes, please #ChooseLocal events instead! #StaySafe #StayLocal #LewesBonfire

In the UK over 40 house fires are caused each year by faulty electric blankets. ➡️ Bring your electric blanket along for a FREE safety check at any of our events starting next week 20 October! 🔁 Please share! Let’s reduce the risk together. 🫶 🌐www.esfrs.org/electric-blankets #HomeFireSafety

We are supporting #NationalBurnAwarenessDay . Would you know what to do if your child was burned? COOL under running cool water for 20 minutes CALL for help if it’s bigger than a 50p (999, 111 or GP) COVER with cling film #BeBurnsAware #CoolCallCover 🌐 shorturl.at/0rE4t

💦It's Flood Action Week! Taking action before a flood could save your most valued possessions and even your life. Find out the steps to take to minimise damage to your home: 👉 www.gov.uk/prepare-for-... #FloodActionWeek #BeFloodSmart

Today is #NationalBurnAwareness Day. Did you know we offer home safety and fire prevention advice for families and free home safety equipment for eligible families? Find out more at👉 www.esfrs.org/east-sussex-child-home-safety-advice-and-equipment-service-request-form #BeBurnsAware

Join Uckfield Fire Cadets this Thursday 16 October at Uckfield Fire station for their Restart A Heart sessions. ALL are welcome at one of our 3 drop in sessions, just bring a cushion or teddy to practice CPR and a mat to kneel on if you require. Sessions are running at 7:15pm, 7:45pm and 8:15pm.

🔌♻️It's International E-Waste Day! Help prevent waste fires by recycling your batteries and electricals separately from your household rubbish and recycle at a designated drop-off point 👉 www.recycleyourelectricals.org.uk/ #RecycleYourElectricals #InternationalEWasteDay #EWasteDay

The #FireKills campaign for October is Smoke Alarm Testing. Smoke alarms save lives, but only if they work. Test yours now and monthly. For help and advice visit: www.esfrs.org/hsvs #TestitTuesday #FireKills #SmokeAlarms #PressToTest

We are carrying out some training and filming today at Thornsdale, Albion Hill #Brighton today 14 October. Please don’t be alarmed if you see lots firefighters and fire engines in the area. #TrainingExercise #EmergencyPreparedness #KeepingCommunitiesSafe

It's #Eastbourne #Northiam & #RotherfieldandMarkCross bonfire nights this weekend - have fun & stay safe! #ChooseLocal - organised events are much safer than having fireworks & bonfires at home. Check travel & attendance info before attending. 👉 www.esfrs.org/choose-local-is-back-for-bonfire-season

We've added MORE DATES and locations to our Electric Blanket Testing sessions! Find out more 👉 www.esfrs.org/electric-blankets ➡️Bring your electric blanket along for a FREE safety check at any of our events. 🔁Please share! #HomeFireSafety #ElectricBlankets

🔥 Fire travels fast. E-bikes & e-scooters can ignite in seconds. 🚫 Don’t store or charge them in escape routes. 🚪 Keep fire doors closed – they give you vital extra minutes. 👉 Recognise it. Report it. 🌐For more advice visit: www.firedoorsafetyweek.co.uk #FireDoorSafetyWeek #HomeSafety

It's #StudentFireSafetyWeek We want to support all students to have a safe and enjoyable time during their studies. By raising awareness and sharing simple fire safety tips, we can help reduce risks and protect our students and communities. Visit👉www.esfrs.org/supporting-student-fire-safety-week

We are supporting the British Woodworking Federation's #FireDoorSafetyWeek! 👀📝We all have a role to play in spotting and reporting problems with fire doors to protect lives and property. Find out more at 👉 www.firedoorsafetyweek.co.uk/ #RecogniseItReportIt #FireTravelsFast #FireDoorSafety

❗️Last year, over 30% of the blankets tested failed the safety checks, which could have resulted in serious incidents or even house fires. ➡️Bring your electric blanket along for a FREE safety check at any of our events. Find out more 👉 www.esfrs.org/electric-blankets #HomeFireSafety

🛏️📅Bring your electric blanket along for a FREE safety check at any of our events in October! To find out dates, locations and vital safety tips visit: 🌐www.esfrs.org/electric-blankets ❄️🫶Stay warm but stay safe.

✨ Make an impact with your time! Volunteer for the ESFRS Resilience Project and support adults across East Sussex. Just a few hours can change lives. Visit 👉 www.esfrs.org/community-volunteers #VolunteerOpportunity #MakeADifference