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999 calls are down
The National 999 system is experiencing technical issues, many calls are not connecting.
Firefighting water safety expert issues urgent plea to water sport enthusiasts
A firefighting water safety expert has issued an urgent plea to water sport enthusiasts to prioritise their safety over selfies this summer.
Senior officer awarded King’s Fire Service Medal
A senior officer at the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service who helped plan and enact formal arrangements for the funeral of Her Majesty The Queen has been recognised today for his career spanning three decades.
Scotland sees FOURTH wildfire warning in three weeks
As another wildfire warning is put in place across Scotland, members of the public are being cautioned that even the smallest fire can spread with great speed and intensity and can devastate large areas.
East of Scotland firefighters attended almost 10,000 unwanted false alarms last year
Firefighters across the East of Scotland responded to almost 10,000 unwanted fire alarm signals last year - the equivalent of around 27 a day.