Emergency Alerts Test : Sunday 7 September 2025
The Emergency Alerts system will be undertaking a national test on Sunday 7 September 2025, at around 3pm. Please be assured that this is a test and no action is required. What to expect? The message will be sent to all 4G and 5G phone networks in the UK. This test will vibrate and make […]
World Drowning Prevention Day: Learn a Lifesaving Skill This Summer
Each year, lives are tragically lost to drowning; often silently, quickly, and without warning. World Drowning Prevention Day, (Friday 25 July), is a global opportunity to raise awareness and share life-saving solutions to prevent drowning from happening. Drowning Can Happen to Anyone Whether you’re heading to the coast, walking by a river, or enjoying a […]
Fuel for the Fire: Hot Weather Heightens Rural Fire Risk
Weeks of warm, dry weather have left grassland across the country brittle and highly flammable, with another rise in temperatures forecast for this week, firefighters in Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes are keen to highlight the heightened fire risk we face in our area, and share an important reminder of the steps you can take to […]
HMICFRS Praises Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service’s Progress as All Causes of Concern Are Closed
Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service (BFRS) is pleased to announce that all previously identified causes of concern by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) have been successfully addressed, and the Service has been removed from an enhanced level of monitoring (known as ‘Engage’). This achievement underscores our unwavering commitment to […]
Stay safe at home with our new Online Home Fire Safety Check
At BFRS, your safety is our top priority. That’s why we’re excited to introduce the Online Home Fire Safety Check – a quick, free, and easy-to-use tool designed to help you make your home safer from fire hazards. Taking around 15 minutes to complete, this online tool gives you personalised advice tailored to your home […]
Be #WaterWise this summer
Two near-miss incidents reported in one afternoon in June!
It’s National Hoarding Awareness Week 2023!
Hoarding awareness week runs Monday 15 to Friday 19 May 2023.
New firefighting equipment launches today in Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes
Ensuring our firefighters are in the best position to provide you with the best response should you need it
Don’t risk it, don’t light it!
Save your bonfire for cooler weather. It is simply too hot, too dry and too much of a fire risk. Don’t risk it, don’t light it!
Out and about on the river
Meet our water rescue teams!
Happy Platinum Jubilee
Tips to help enjoy the Jubilee safely
Be Burn Aware This Autumn
A burn injury can last for life – prevention and good first aid can make a massive difference . . .
Takeaway tips for students relocating this autumn
Students – do you know the evacuation strategy for your accommodation? Read our top tips for staying safe and avoiding the risk of fire
Hoarding support group uses conference calls to reach out to new members
Next meeting scheduled for Thursday 14 May 2020
Stay home, save lives and stay safe this Bank holiday weekend
We’re expecting good weather this weekend, and it’s understandable that you might want to enjoy it by having a barbecue. . .