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More than 30,000 incidents involving unwanted fire alarm signals were attended by firefighters across Scotland last year - the equivalent of around 80 a day

The figure has been revealed as the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service gets ready to change the way it responds to unwanted fire alarm signals (UFAS) to commercial business and workplace premises.

A German woman’s holiday to Skye led to a new home and career as a firefighter

A video games tester who moved to Skye from Germany says a chance encounter led her to take up the role of on call firefighter in her new community.

More than one wildfire a day recorded last Spring

Scotland’s firefighters responded to more than one wildfire a day during Spring last year.

You Mey now kiss the bride: Highland Watch Commanders get hitched

North of Scotland firefighters attended more than 6,600 unwanted false alarms last year

Firefighters across the North of Scotland responded to more than 6,600 unwanted fire alarm signals last year - the equivalent of around 18 a day.

Firesetting by a child or young person

Why children and young people set fires, how to spot fire setting, and what to do next.

SFRS marks 12th Annual Performance Review

With Scotland witnessing a large number of outdoor fires this year, the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has said it must continue to evolve to meet Scotland’s changing needs.

‘My jaw dropped’: Veteran firefighter left stunned by family’s response after blaze

Scottish firefighters who extinguished a fire at a well-known family business in Glasgow’s east end say they’ve been ‘blown away’ by the owners’ response.

Wildfire Warning for Aberdeenshire and East Lothian: 18 October 2025

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, in conjunction with the Scottish Wildfire Forum, have issued a wildfire warning for Aberdeenshire and East Lothian on Saturday, 18 October.

SFRS crews share life-saving guidance with Old Firm youth stars

Firefighters from East Dunbartonshire recently shared CPR training and defibrillator guidance with Rangers and Celtic B Team players and coaches.