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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
December 19, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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! 🫶
December 18, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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
December 17, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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.
December 17, 2025 at 11:00 AM
#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.
December 17, 2025 at 9:43 AM
🎅 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!
December 16, 2025 at 2:16 PM
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 🎅🎄🚒
December 16, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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
December 15, 2025 at 1:37 PM
❗⚡ 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
December 11, 2025 at 1:45 PM
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
December 8, 2025 at 10:32 AM
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
November 27, 2025 at 6:43 PM
⚠ 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
November 27, 2025 at 6:40 PM
❤️🚒 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
November 27, 2025 at 9:05 AM
💻📱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
November 26, 2025 at 4:34 PM
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
November 25, 2025 at 4:34 PM
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! 🎅🎄
November 25, 2025 at 10:35 AM
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
November 25, 2025 at 9:57 AM
🔋⚡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
November 24, 2025 at 9:17 AM
🚗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
November 20, 2025 at 9:23 AM
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
November 19, 2025 at 3:32 PM
❄️🥶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
November 19, 2025 at 1:52 PM
🚗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
November 19, 2025 at 9:36 AM
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
November 18, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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
November 17, 2025 at 10:46 AM
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
November 12, 2025 at 10:09 AM