Tag: Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service
Fire and Rescue Service launches Facebook page
THE Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service is strengthening its social media presence as part of an ongoing drive to inform, educate and protect the Manx public. Fire safety advice, news items, community events, and updates from certain live incidents will be available from today – Monday, December 10 – via Facebook. The new [...]
Official confirmation of ladder climb world record
THE distance achieved by members of the Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service during their 24-hour ladder climb this summer has been confirmed as an official world record. Ten firefighters scaled a combined height of 114.17 kilometres (70.94 miles) in an amazing feat of endurance over the weekend of July 13-14. That standard will [...]
Minister praises efforts of emergency services
HOME Affairs Minister Juan Watterson MHK has praised the work of the emergency services in responding to yesterday’s flash floods. The Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service and Civil Defence Unit were at the forefront of efforts to deal with problems caused by persistent heavy rain. Fire crews from Douglas, Laxey, Ramsey, Castletown and [...]
40% failure rate during electric blanket testing
ALMOST 100 potentially dangerous electric blankets were identified during a recent safety initiative conducted by the Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service. Community fire officers hosted free testing sessions in conjunction with the Manx Electricity Authority and Age Isle of Man at locations in Castletown, Ramsey and Douglas last week. A total of 250 [...]
New booklet aims to improve fire safety in the home
A NEW information booklet has been produced to raise awareness of important fire safety issues in the Isle of Man. Officially launched today (Thursday, September 6) by the Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service, the publication is packed with practical advice, tips and reminders. It focuses on many of the common causes of emergency [...]
Douglas Fire Station Open Day on Sunday 19th August
FRESH from their world record breaking exploits in the 24-hour ladder climb, officers from the Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service are turning their attention to another major fundraising event. Douglas Fire Station on Peel Road will be opening its doors to the public from 11am to 4pm on Sunday, August 19, for the [...]
Relocation of fire personnel
THE Department of Home Affairs is continuing its programme of rationalisation by relocating members of the Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service to new accommodation. A total of 15 senior managers, community fire officers and support staff are transferring from Elm Tree House in Onchan to the Department’s headquarters in Douglas. The move, which [...]
