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Spring is the most critical period for wildfires in Scotland

Firefighters are urging the public to be aware of wildfire risk this Spring as figures show almost 80% of large outdoor fires since 2010 were recorded between March and May.

SFRS is recruiting the next generation of firefighters

Applications for wholetime firefighter roles will open on Thursday, 14 August.

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Home fire safety visits

Find out what is a Home Fire Safety Visit, who can get one, and how to arrange a visit.

Queer firefighter and mum urges more women to join Scotland’s fire and rescue service

Statistics show that just 220 of Scotland’s 3,430 wholetime operational firefighters are women.

New course sets the standard on controlled burning for land managers

Land managers who carry out muirburn are being encouraged by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service to complete a new course that aims to uphold the highest of standards of the practice to protect the environment.

Selection process

The process of applying for a firefighter control role.

Experienced firefighter recalls "horrible" moment her crewmate was struck with firework

VERY HIGH risk of wildfire across East, Central and Southern Scotland

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has warned of a very high risk of wildfire in many parts of the country from today until Monday 29 May.