East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service
@eastsussexfrs.bsky.social
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
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
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
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
🔌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
⚠ 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
🔌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
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
❤️🚒 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
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
⚡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
💻📱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
⚡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
To find out more and get involved visit: www.whiteribbon.org.uk/wespeakup
#WeSpeakUp #WhiteRibbonDay
November 25, 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
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! 🎅🎄
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
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! 🎅🎄
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
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
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
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
🛍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
🔋⚡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
🛍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
🚘🛞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
🚗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
🚘🛞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
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
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
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
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
❄️🥶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
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
🌸Top tip - Remember your FLOWER checks!
Learn more at www.brake.org.uk/road-safety-week
November 19, 2025 at 9:36 AM
🚗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
🌸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
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 #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
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
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
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
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
🔌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
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
🔌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
This morning, we marked #ArmisticeDay across the Service, including a two minutes silence alongside Sussex Police colleagues at our Headquarters in Lewes.
#LestWeForget #WeWillRemember
November 11, 2025 at 12:45 PM
“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
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
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
November 10, 2025 at 9:50 AM
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
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
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
November 6, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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
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
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
November 5, 2025 at 6:06 PM
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
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
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
Lewes Bonfire 2025 Live
YouTube video by Rocket FM Lewes
www.youtube.com
November 5, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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
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
Find out more here 👉www.esfrs.org/choose-local-is-back-for-bonfire-season
#staysafe #fireworksafety #bonfiresafety
November 4, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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
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
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
Workplaces
www.esfrs.org
November 4, 2025 at 9:48 AM
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
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
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
October 31, 2025 at 8:29 AM
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
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
🎆 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
October 31, 2025 at 8:02 AM
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
🎆 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
Be seen this Halloween!
🎃More advice at 👉 www.esfrs.org/halloween
#BeSeen #Halloween #RoadSafety
October 30, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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
Be seen this Halloween!
🎃More advice at 👉 www.esfrs.org/halloween
#BeSeen #Halloween #RoadSafety