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Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service has issued fireworks guidance

Fire service issues safety warning ahead of Bonfire Night celebrations

Residents say the power cut caused the pavement to 'blow up'.

Pavement 'explodes' and some 600 properties affected by power cut

Fire service confirm reason behind large response at Northampton General Hospital

Fire service confirm reason behind large response at NGH

Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service was called to a fire on the embankment of the A45, close to the Queen Eleanor Roundabout in Northampton today (July 21).

Cigarette thrown from passing vehicle sparks grass fire on A45 in Northampton

The Arson Task Force is asking landlords to take steps to secure vacant buildings and to carry out regular checks throughout the school holiday period.

Arson Task Force urges landlords to secure derelict buildings ahead of Easter ho...

Youth Engagement Officers at last years Fire Cadet passing out parade

Fire Service recruiting enthusiastic Volunteer Fire Cadet Leaders

Graham Owen could not believe his luck, after such a rubbish day the day before

Retired fireman wins £120k BMW X5 prize with BOTB

Fire Service asks people to ensure their vehicles are road-safe this Road Safety Week

Fire Service asks people to ensure their vehicles are road-safe this Road Safety...

A fire engine pulling out of The Mounts in Northampton.

Fire Service urges the public to follow advice and stay safe this bonfire night

Sixth form students from The Bee Hive had to utilise skills to rescue a person from a mock traffic collision.

Fire Service’s early intervention course helps build confidence and resilience i...

A new Seasonal Support Vehicle

Fire Service launch new Seasonal Support Vehicles to help combat wildfires

Firefighter Andrew Murphy is pictured with his apprenticeship certificate after completing the two-year course. Photo: Northamptonshire Fire & Rescue Service

Latest cohort of Northamptonshire firefighters achieve apprentice qualification

The participants pose with their certificates after completing the training course.

Fire Service training course equips young people with skills to keep themselves ...

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Dramatic moment massive house fire rages as police race to evacuate street.

Watch: Massive house fire rages as police race to evacuate street

This was the moment arsonist, Martin Foley, spat in the face of a police officer as he was being rescued from a burning roof.

Arsonist spits in officer's face as he's rescued from burning roof
This was the moment an arsonist spat in the face of a police officer as he was being rescued from a burning roof.
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A major incident has been declared in Rushden following the fire at Monoworld in Sanders Lodge industrial estate / NFRS

Major incident declared in Rushden

CCTV shows flames tear through home after devastating explosion

Video grab of the moments before and after Israel Baber setting fire to a sofa in Eccleston House, in Aiken Street, Bristol.

Watch: Building goes up in flames as 'dangerous' man set fire to sofa

Lisa Bryan, Head of Prevention at Northamptonshire Fire, is pictured with her award.

Fire service leader going extra mile to keep public safe wins special recognitio...

Car are flooded outside a newly converted Meadow Mill on Water street in Stockport as emergency teams arrive to rescue people trapped inside. January 1 2025.

Fire crews use boats to rescue flood-trapped residents in flats

A helmet from a firefighter as part of the Guard of Honour

Hundreds pay tribute at funeral for Northamptonshire firefighter Gary Saville

Cars stranded in deep water due to flooding in Stockport.

Watch: Roads flooded and cars submerged as heavy rain hits the UK

Otto the cat being rescued from a 40 feet-tall tree by Knighton Countryside Management in Weymouth, Dorset.

Heartwarming moment terrified cat gets rescued by workmen

Billing Aquadrome was submerged in water for the fourth time this year (pic Tomas Frohawk)

Risk to life at Billing Aquadrome downgraded but flooded site remains closed

The bedroom table on fire.

Watch: Police rush into smoke-filled burning flat to save man’s life

Fire crews from across West Yorkshire raced to Sandmoor Drive, Alwoodley last night.

Blaze on Millionaire's Row: Dramatic video shows huge fire at £2m home
Dramatic video shows the moment more than 30 firefighters battle a towering inferno at a £2 million home.
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Fire crews from across West Yorkshire raced to Sandmoor Drive, Alwoodley last night.

Watch: Raging flames and thick smoke pour from fire at £2 million home

Billing Aquadrome sits close to the River Nene and is prone to flooding

Billing Aquadrome issued with a flood warning with properties set be affected

High river levels at the University of Northampton Waterside campus.

Fire service called more than 100 times in one day about flooding and weather

Site of passenger plane crash which killed all 61 aboard.

Watch: Site of passenger plane crash which killed all 61 aboard

Sixty firefighters tackle blaze at kosher restaurant and flats.

Watch: 60 firefighters tackle blaze at kosher restaurant and flats

Plane smashes into golf course narrowly missing golfer.

Watch: Plane smashes into golf course narrowly missing golfer

Coun Karen Bruce claimed that a Pop Tart was to blame for a dramatic toaster fire that nearly torched her kitchen.

I put a Pop Tart in toaster - my kitchen almost went up in flames

Deputy Chief Fire Officer Simon Tuhill and Commissioner Danielle Stone congratulated the apprentices

Pride for first cohort of Northamptonshire firefighters to achieve apprentice qu...

Northamptonshire Fire's Group Commander Matt Butler has been helping oversee safety preparations

Plans in place for Fire Service to keep thousands of race fans safe at British G...

Fire rages at a Huyton industrial estate as 10 fire engines tackle blaze.

Watch: Fire rages at industrial estate as 10 fire engines tackle blaze

Plumes of smoke rise from the Linwood Industrial Estate in Elderslie. Picture: Laura (@laura1785)

Watch: Massive fire sends huge plumes of smoke into the air

Firefighter Mick Titcombe on an animal rescue visit to Australia

Northamptonshire firefighter takes centre stage to help influence future of anim...

The 12 new Northamptonshire Fire recruits celebrate their Passing Out parade

New Northamptonshire firefighters celebrate Passing Out parade

Surfer rescued from beach after spelling “Help” on the sand.

Watch: Surfer rescued from beach after spelling “Help” on the sand

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Fire service visits Brixworth care home to make resident’s wish come true

GWEN FENLON AND FIRE CREW

Who says only the kids get their wishes.... Fire Service visit Brixworth Care ...

A workman was lifted to safety after a huge fire at a high-rise building in Reading. (Credit: Chris Lauder/X/PA Wire

Breaking Shocking footage shows black smoke billow from huge Reading fire

Nick Gayton represented Northamptonshire Fire & Rescue Service at the Cenotaph parade on Sunday

Firefighter Nick represents Northamptonshire in Remembrance parade at Cenotaph

Acting Chief Fire Officer Simon Tuhill presents firefighter Alfie Pendred with his commendation

Life-saving efforts and loyal service receive recognition at annual Fire Service...

Balloon Bar, Bridge Street. The photo has been issued by Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service who battled night and day to stop the fire spreading to neighbouring buildings after receiving multiple 999 calls at 11pm on Tuesday evening (August 22).

Fire service arrived minutes after frantic 999 calls about Bridge Street blaze

Firefighters discussing tactics at an incident in front of a fire engine

Recruiting wholetime firefighters at Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service

Watch: Mindless mum left with bruises after firefighters cut her out of baby swing

Breaking Watch: Mum rescued by firefighters after getting stuck in baby swing

Several people injured after car crashes into primary school

Breaking Seven children injured after car crashes into primary school

Blue Light Card holders will be able to get exclusive offers this weekend

Blue Light Weekend launches with huge offers - how to claim

Balloons in the sky before the fatal incident above Ombersley Court, Worcester

Man dies after hot air balloon explodes into a ‘fireball’

Christopher Ingle (left) and Graham Jones (right

Families pay tribute to two men who died in plane crash

Asda has announced Blue Light Card holders will be able to get 10 percent off their shopping by using the app

Asda makes huge change to Blue Light discount scheme - am I eligible?

Searches have been taking place in the River Thames in Lechlade-on-Thames, Gloucester after it was reported that a teenager had not resurfaced.

Major search underway for missing teenager last seen in River Thames

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