The weather's getting warmer, but sadly this means we can expect more fires in the open. Often these are the result of people leaving barbecues or bonfires unattended, or not properly putting them out after use.
Take care not to spark trouble this summer: https://t.co/UWZF5c7y4q
This afternoon our crews were called to the River Soar in Leicester, where a person had entered the water. It transpired they had done so voluntarily and had climbed out themselves. Please take care around open water and encourage others to do the same: https://t.co/h7k6EVxgFD
The Met Office has issued a Yellow Weather Alert for icy conditions in northern Leicestershire and Rutland from 6pm until 10am tomorrow.
With roads still wet and several flood alerts still in place, motorists should take extra care in these conditions. https://t.co/kgPoYZ1AV2
DON,T DO IT!!!!!
Tonight, again, we have been rescuing people stuck in their cars as they have tried to drive through flood water.
Not only will it cause irreparable damage to your car, it could in the worst case, cost you YOUR LIFE.#notjustfires
5 years ago today we sadly lost our Crew Manager Paul ‘TL’ Wilkens.
Today a cycle ride took place in his honour. And crews spent time in the memorial garden remembering the good times they shared together.
#NeverForgotten
Today Ollie’s wish to become a firefighter became reality.
Ollie got to use the jaws of life on a car, put out a fire, saved a casualty, and was also working at height in the ALP. Safe to say we have a firefighter in the making.
@Wishes4Kids#WhenAWishBecomesReality#LovedIt
On Saturday Crew Manager Pat Carnan hung up his helmet for the final time.
After a career spanning 18 years he has decided to take his well earned retirement.
From all at Castle Donington we wish Pat all long and happy Retirement.
We have just attended a road traffic collision involving 2 vehicles. 1 person had to be cut free from the vehicle.
The low sun is causing problems please make sure you spend extra time ensuring roads.
#StaySafe#RoadSafety#WearASeatbelt#LowSun