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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

The Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2026 The major sporting event takes place from 23 July to 2 August, with thousands of athletes and spectators set to arrive in the city.

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Emergency services continue to tackle a large wildfire, more than two kilometres wide, near Glenmore in the Cairngorms National Park. A number of homes and businesses have been evacuated as a precaution due to the fire's proximity.

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Whatever your plans are for this weekend, please ensure you stay safe around water. We’re highlighting Drowning Prevention Awareness Week which runs from 13-20 June.

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Wildfire alert for Eastern Scotland A very high wildfire risk is in place from tomorrow, 29 May to Monday, 1 June. Today, a very high risk of wildfire warning is also in place for South West Scotland. Read More Below

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Do you know what to do when there's a wildfire warning in place? When the threat of wildfires is high, We issue a wildfire danger assessment to alert the public These warnings detail which areas of Scotland are affected, The wildfire risk level 🟨 - High risk 🟧 - Very high risk 🟥 - Extreme risk ⬇️

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

One of our own. One incredible story. After receiving a life-saving heart transplant, SFRS Operational Comms Manager Duncan MacAulay has turned his second chance into something extraordinary. Read more below

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

[Posted at 10.06pm on Thursday, 7 May] Over 100 firefighters are currently tackling a fire on Baronald Street in Rutherglen. We were alerted at 6.19pm on Thursday, 7 May, to reports of a building fire. #ongoingincident #sfrs #ScottishFireAndRescue #Scotland

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

🔥 It's wildfire season across Scotland 🔥 Did you know that most wildfires are caused by human activities? 👉 It's critical to use caution around open flames and never assume that a small fire, like a campfire or disposable BBQ, is completely safe or harmless.

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

During the warmer months, many people take to the water to participate in sports such as paddleboarding or kayaking. However, it is important to ensure your safety while participating in activities If you see someone in the water who needs help, don’t enter the water - immediately call 999 #SFRS

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Posted at 10.38pm on Monday, 4 May We are currently in attendance at a large grass fire near to Fife Coastal Path in North Queensferry. Operations Control mobilised three appliances to the scene. There is no need to alert our Operations Control to this incident #SFRS #OngoingIncident

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

This International Firefighters’ Day, we recognise not just the firefighters who serve, but the families who support them through every challenge. Together, we stand with our Scottish Fire and Rescue Service family — today and always. 🚒 #ScottishFireAndRescue #InternationalFireFightersDay #SFRS

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Extreme wildfire warning for the whole of Scotland 🔥 There is an extreme risk of wildfire across the whole of Scotland We know many people across Scotland will be wanting to enjoy the good weather across the bank holiday weekend. We ask that everyone does so responsibly.

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

🔥 New statistics show that more than 55% of all fires in Scotland were set deliberately in 2024-25 Deputy Chief Officer Andy Watt said: “Deliberate fire setting is not only reckless, but it can damage communities and endanger lives" Visit our website for more information ow.ly/NcB150XrNRp #SFRS

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

Watch Commander Kenny Yates has seen what can happen when things go wrong with fireworks and bonfires. He's sharing his experiences to keep you safe this Bonfire Night ⬇️ ow.ly/9cw550Xiktt #ScottishFireAndRescue #Scotland #BonfireNight #FireworkSafety

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Any attack on a firefighter is totally unacceptable and can significantly impact our ability to keep communities safe No one should go to work and be assaulted. Respect those who keep us safe and help us to be there for our communities this Bonfire Night #ScottishFireAndRescue #Scotland #Bonfire

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

⚠️ Amber Weather Warning ⚠️ The Met Office has released an amber weather warning for wind for parts of northern and western Scotland due to Storm Amy. The warning is in place from 5pm on Friday (tomorrow) and lasting until 9am on Saturday. #AmberWeatherWarning #Scottishfirerescueservice #stayinside

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 27/09/2025

Aviemore Community Fire Station has held its first 'Behind the Pager' event to celebrate on call firefighters 🚒 The event brought together firefighters, families and employers to say thank you for their contributions in helping to keep their communities safe #FireAndRescue #BehindThePager

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

As part of our Service Delivery Review, we are holding a series of public consultation meetings to capture the views of communities across Scotland. 💻 An online meeting will take place today (Wednesday, 3 September) from 6.30-7.30pm to gather views about Methil, Fife.

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 28/08/2025

After 14 years in the Army, Jamie Cougan was ready for a new challenge, but one that still made a difference. Now he’s a firefighter with Falkirk Community Fire Station, Thinking about life after the forces? Discover how your skills can transfer to a career that matters #WeAreSFRS #SFRScareer

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

A trio of North East businesses have been thanked for helping support on call firefighters who protect their communities The Aberdeenshire-based firms employ on call firefighters and support them to respond to emergencies 🚒 Find out more below ⬇️ ow.ly/Le0o50WKjuG #WeAreSFRS #Scotland

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

Crew Commander Gary Carroll and Station Commander Gavin Brown have received the Humanitarian Medal for their role in the UK International Search and Rescue🎖 The award was presented to those who have played a crucial role in His Majesty's response to humanitarian crises 🚒 🔖 #WeAreSFRS #Scotland

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

🔥Wildfire warning reminder🔥 Central and Eastern areas of Scotland remain at a very high risk for wildfire 🔥 We urge everyone to avoid using naked flames. 🚒 Let’s protect our landscapes, communities, and emergency responders 📫 Share this post to help spread the word 🔖 #SFRS #Scotland #Wildfires

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

(Posted 26/08/25 At 21:45PM) We are currently in attendance at a large fire within a quarry in Lossiemouth Seven fire appliances are in attendance at the Sunbank Quarry Avoid the area as far as possible and, if you live locally, keep windows and doors closed for the time being #Scotland #SFRS

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

🔥 Extreme wildfire risk across Scotland 🔥 A extreme wildfire warning is in place across Scotland from Friday, 11 July, until Monday, 14 July. For More information, visit our website #SFRS #Scotland #wildfire #Extreme

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 07/07/2025

🚒 It’s time to have your say on our Service Delivery Review. We have analysed the changes affecting Scotland for years and we now have a list of 23 potential options for change. Visit our website to complete the survey or find out where your nearest public meeting is. #SFRS #scotland #fireservice

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

⚠️ Smoke warning due to wildfire ⚠️ We urge residents in the Grantown-on-Spey, Carrbridge, Aviemore, and Cairngorms areas to ensure their windows and doors are closed to prevent smoke from entering.

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Protecting your home from wildfire

Guide to reporting wildfires if you are outdoors or at home, and how to report suspicious behaviour

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

🚒 We are running a public consultation on 23 options for change involving more than 30 fire stations across Scotland. The operational model of the Service has remained largely unchanged for years. This review will look at matching our resources to operational risk and demand.

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

This Sunday, Firefighter George Gourlie of Peterhead Community Fire Station will undertake an incredible challenge, a 555-mile cycle around Ireland in five days.

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Firefighters in Ayrshire are highlighting the dangers of entering derelict buildings and setting fires. The area has seen a number of these types of incidents which are a needless drain on resources and dangerous. Read more ow.ly/iZeQ50VSnpX

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Firefighters are currently attending to a derelict building fire on Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh. As a precaution, members of the public are being asked to avoid the area and those who live nearby are advised to close windows and doors due to the smoke in the vicinity. Read more ow.ly/czlr50VSl4j

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

🔥 Wildfire Warning – Scotland 🔥 High to extreme warning until 12 May. 🚨 A recent wildfire at Stac Pollaidh highlights the risks. 🌿 Enjoy Scotland’s outdoors: ✅ Pack a picnic, avoid BBQs & campfires ✅ Don’t discard cigarettes or litter. Every action counts! Please share! 📢

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NHS Grampian @nhsgrampian.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

Teams from NHS Grampian and Aberdeenshire Health & Social Care Partnership are delivering the COVID-19 spring vaccination programme at community fire stations, in an innovative partnership with @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social. Read the full news release at: www.nhsgrampian.org/news/2025/ap...

Pictured are Maggie Field (vaccination nurse) and Station Commander Douglas McCauley at the first vaccination clinic at Aboyne Fire Station.

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

Our charity partnership with Anthony Nolan has reached it's 120th donor, Guy Hunter signed up to the charity's stem cell register after seeing a presentation at Gordonstoun He was found to be a match for someone in need of a lifesaving transplant and he became the charity partnership's 120th donor

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

🪫Batteries should never be placed in household waste. If they get damaged they can cause a fire. Check with your local authority for recycling guidelines. Read More ➡️ ow.ly/GOPp50V6NtW #RecycleSafely #SFRS #FirePrevention

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

A Group Commander from Lanarkshire will be taking on the London Marathon at the end of the month for Whizz Kidz, after being inspired by his sister. David’s sister has been a wheelchair user her entire life, and has relied on access to specialist wheelchairs and equipment. More➡️ ow.ly/i3qw50VBti7

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

Watch Commander John Aitchison's commitment to fire safety knows no borders. Since 2015, he's been training hundreds of firefighters and delivering vital equipment to the communities in the Himalayas. Learn more about the Fire Aid Nepal project ➡ bit.ly/3RocQs3

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Your views could help us shape a safer Scotland and we want to hear from you. Your voice matters — share your thoughts with us. 📢 Find out how you can contribute ➡ bit.ly/4hKFtL7 #consultation #fireservice

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Find out about SFRS Strategy 2025-2028 and how you can contribute.

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 09/03/2025

🪫Batteries should never be placed in household waste. If they get damaged they can cause a fire. Check with your local authority for recycling guidelines. ow.ly/GOPp50V6NtW

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 22/12/2024

🌧️We're facing an unsettled weekend ahead as the Met Office issues a yellow warning for blustery showers and strong winds particularly in the north of Scotland. Plan ahead if you're going out. Our website has more safety advice: ow.ly/UNRl50Uvq3c

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 19/12/2024

💻🛴 Did you know there were around 26 fires in Scotland last year involving lithium-ion batteries? This compares with just three incidents in 2018. Protect yourself from house fires caused by rechargeable electrical devices such as vapes, laptops and e bikes Find out more here: ow.ly/IgQr50UufKf

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

🚗❄️ Stay safe on the roads this winter ❄️🚗 Keep an emergency kit in your car and fill it with items such as battery jump leads, a blanket, a torch and batteries. For more information visit Ready Scotland's website: ow.ly/86Sg50Up6ZQ

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 08/12/2024

On call firefighters from fire stations in Argyllshire were inspired when they met Pippa Milne, Chief Executive of Argyll & Bute Council as she discussed her career at a networking meeting at Inveraray Community Fire Station. www.firescotland.gov.uk/news/on-call...

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 06/12/2024

❄ Do you know what to do if your pipes freeze in cold weather? ⚡ Are you prepared if the power goes out? Winter is coming Make sure your home is ready for it. Visit our website for more advice: www.firescotland.gov.uk/at-home/ Visit Ready Scotland for more tips ready.scot/respond/loss-utilities

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

Dozens of young people and adult volunteers were recently honoured during our first ever Youth Volunteer Scheme awards ceremony. Our Youth Volunteer Scheme aims to use firefighting disciplines to equip young people with transferable skills. ➡️ ow.ly/3VS450UgRSB

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service continues to work closely with landowners and key stakeholders to reduce the risk of wildfires. We were part of a recent wildfire conference held in Aberdeen to share knowledge on how to manage and mitigate wildfire risks. For more information ➡ bit.ly/3YSVbvS

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

A father and daughter are helping to protect their local communities as on call firefighters at Killin Community Station. On call firefighters often juggle their role with primary employment. Read more on our website on how to become an on call firefighter. www.firescotland.gov.uk/news/father-...

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

We have signed a new contract with US-based Motorola Solutions to provide a single, cloud-based solution to mobilise firefighters to emergencies following a 999 call. The state-of-the-art technology will be rolled out in our three Operations Control rooms. #SCOTLAND #F&R ow.ly/ibTZ50U5fBw

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Scottish Fire & Rescue Service @scottishfirerescue.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

Inverness-based Station Commander Karla Stevenson has paid a tribute to Firefighter Craig Christie who passed away following a terminal illness. Karla helped to arrange Craig's wedding to his long-term partner Caren, which took place on July 7 at Raigmore. www.firescotland.gov.uk/news/station...

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