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Fire Service remains ready to help
Sprinkler System prevents serious fire damage
Fire- Marine Court, Hastings- Update
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service praised for Covid response
Operation Rescue Rosie!
Keep your business premises fire safe during lockdown
Help us to help you by reducing false alarms
Introducing Heads Up!
Invitation to Fire Authority meeting- 11th February
East Sussex Fire Cadets make Transatlantic connection
Difficult funding decision made by Fire Authority
Fire- Seaside, Eastbourne
Fire now out at Seaside, Eastbourne incident
Electrical fire safety warning after fire in Seaford
Fire Greenman Yard, Wartling
Fire in Willingdon
Candle warning after fire in Eastbourne
Business fire safety checks to do before reopening
Keep children safe on the roads as schools restart
Firefighters tackle blaze in basement flat, Eastbourne
Fire extinguished at Enys Road, Eastbourne
National No Smoking Day
Check Your Chimney!
Bexhill fire crews issue reminder over smoke alarms
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service - Awards Finalists
Be water aware following the easing of restrictions
Protect the countryside from fire on days out
A water rescue & what3words- Stay safe this Bank Holiday
Recycling plant fire in Lewes
Update on Lewes recycling fire
Incident scaled back in Lewes
Fire- Newhaven Incinerator
Fire- Newhaven Incinerator- Update
Welcome back to local businesses
Restrictions easing and fires outside increasing
Fire Service supports new Blind Spot Calculator
Westfield Fire
Westfield fire- Crews have now left the scene
Fire Service Warning Over Burning of Domestic Waste
Fire Brede, Broad Oak
Fire - Ringmer
Ringmer Fire Update
Be Water Aware
Secret Stones make a return for Be Water Aware
Just One Thing! For the Fire Fighters Charity
Smoke alarms save lives- Fire- Maresfield Way, Pevensey
New Assistant Chief Fire Officer appointed
All welcome at the fire service!
Fire at Jerome Close, Eastbourne
Fire investigation to take place - Jerome Close
East Sussex Fire and Rescue celebrate Mental Health Awareness Week
Treasure exhibition- Brighton Fringe
We are supporting National Hoarding Awareness Week
Sprinklers Save Lives!
Fire- Farley Bank, Hastings
Fire- Farley Bank, Hastings- Update
Fire- Shaftesbury Road, Brighton
Fire- Shaftesbury Road, Brighton - Update
Help protect your home from fires
Respect The Water This Bank Holiday Weekend
East Sussex Fire Authority returns to County Hall
I need my space campaign reminder in East Sussex
Kitchens remain hot spot for fires
Fire- Ditchling Road, Brighton
Washing machine believed to be cause of pub fire
The alarming way to make your home safe
East Sussex Fire Authority elects leaders
Second fire in a two days linked to white goods
Join livestream with Fatboy Slim and Treasure Crew
East Sussex Fire Chief appointed Chair of National Water Safety Forum
Top tips for anglers this Drowning Prevention Week
Help us tackle arson
We are recruiting Wholetime Firefighters!
Fires in Derelict Buildings
New sign after serious collision
Smoke alarms give early warning at Lewes incident
Nightclubs reminded to think fire safety as doors re-open
Welcome to summer
Firefighters tackle fire at Brunswick Place, Hove
Brunswick Place, Hove- Update
Brunswick Place, Hove- Final update
Fire investigators issue urgent warning over fires involving e-bike batteries
Fire- Church Road, Polegate
Incident scaled down at Church Road, Polegate
Barn fire in Boars Head
Firefighters remain on site at barn fire
Keep homes and businesses safe
Celebrating the arrival of a Red Cross emergency response vehicle for East Sussex
Get the call - become a professional firefighter
Six fire engines at Brighton fire
Firefighting continues at Brighton incident
Busy Bank Holiday spell expected
Fire service backs 30 Days 30 Ways campaign
Invitation to Fire Authority meeting- Thursday 2nd September
Fire Authority Meeting- 2nd September
Outdoor public fire safety training returns
East Sussex Fire Rescue scoop two awards at iESE Public Sector Transformation Awards
Businesses urged to protect themselves against arson
Battle firefighters support Project EDWARD
Help us reduce false alarms
Join our Conversation Cafes #UnitedForInclusion
Smoke Escape hoods- An excellent addition to our rescue equipment
Stop right now! (Thank you very much)
Show Some Respect This Fireworks Season!
Fire Service Here to Support Businesses
Fire safety in Brighton
Flea Bomb False Alarm
It's getting spooky!
HGV fire on A27 means road closures
Fire crews remain at HGV incident on A27
Fire Service warning over matches
Barn fire- Tarring Neville
Arson prevention advice reminder
Thank You for Making Clothes Recycling Banks a Huge Success
Electric Blanket Testing- December
Tyre Safety Event at Crowborough Fire Station
Boat Fire Newhaven
Boat Fire Newhaven - Update
Tyre Safe in Hastings
We are supporting Electrical Fire Safety Week
Community and the environment focus for East Sussex Fire Authority
Fire in Brighton dealt with by crews
Introducing our new on-call firefighters
Fire- Kings Road, Brighton
Kings Road fire- Investigation takes place
Care Homes Urged to have Robust, Practised Evacuation and Business Continuity Measures in Place
Winter weather warning
Electrical fire in Forest Row
Take extra care this New Year
2020 news
Invitation to our Fire Authority meeting Jan 2020
Keep Kitchen Safe in 2020
Weekend incident round-up 4th and 5th January
We need your help to combat arson- Overnight incident round-up 8th January 2020
Overnight incident round-up 9th January
East Sussex Fire Authority looks to the future
Position statement – control room crewing
Overnight Incident Round-Up 13 January
Microwaves can be a fire hazard too
UnWanted Gang hunted to help cut costly false alarms
Help Us Tackle A Spate of Wheelie Bin Fires in Eastbourne
Overnight incident round-up 15th January
Don’t Miss Out on Your Chance to Become an On-Call Firefighter For Us
Overnight incident round-up 16th January
Fire- Westfield
Overnight Incident Round-up 20th January
Overnight Incident Round-up 21 January
Tumble Dryer Safety Warning following Brighton Fire
Keeping Kitchen Safe – Make Your Home Safer in 2020
Fire Warren Road, Woodingdean
Update – Warren Road, Woodingdean
Further Update – Warren Road, Woodingdean
Fire – Spences Lane, Lewes
Update - Spences Lane, Lewes
Weekend incident round-up 25th and 26th January
Overnight Incident Round-Up 28 January
Keep Your Home Fire Safe in 2020
Fire Cadets arrive in East Sussex
Chimney fire warning after two fires in Eastbourne
Fire Service Teams Up With Home Office
Fire service attends fire in Plumpton
Incident at Plumpton being scaled down
Incident round up 6 February 2020
Lewes is looking for new on call firefighters
Fire in Hove tackled overnight
Join in with Newhaven Together!
Fire being tackled in Rotten Row, Lewes
Incident round-up 10 February 2020
Lewes fire contained to one room
Fire Forest Row
Fire- Forest Row- Update
Overnight incident round-up 13th February
Council Tax rise to be reinvested in protecting the public
Storm Dennis brings risk of heavy flooding- Drivers beware!
Incident round-up 17 February 2020
Celebrate Love Your Pets Day by making your home safer!
Incident round-up 24 February 2020
Overnight Incident Round-Up 25 February
Overnight incident round-up 26th February
Overnight incident round-up 28th February
Overnight Incident Round-Up 2 March
Preston Circus Community Fire Station Hosts Brighton Fringe Festival Event
Battle Gets Set for Charity Car Wash
Overnight incident round-up 6th March
Fire Service Supports No Smoking Day on March 11th 2020
Overnight incident round-up 11th March
Overnight Incident Round-Up 16 March
Four Crews Called to Fire in Herstmonceux
Crews remain at scene of Herstmonceux house fire
Rotherfield High Street Closed as Firefighters Deal With Fuel Spillage
Chief Urges Households to Carry out Key Fire Safety Checks in the Home
Plea to carry out only essential prescribed fires
Fire- Lower Stoneham, Ringmer
Chemical spill on A22
Flat fire in Brighton all out
Kitchen Fire- Sutherland Road, Brighton
Fire Service Warning Over Burning of Domestic Waste
COVID-19: Business Fire Safety Advice
Fire- Eatenden Lane, Netherfield
Virtual Home Safety Visits and Covid19 Support Calls
Further Calls by Fire Service to Stop Garden Bonfires over the Easter Weekend
Proposals for East Sussex Fire and Rescue's future
Ashdown Forest fire- BBQ warning
Fire Service asks people to be neighbourly
Barn fire- Northiam
Fire- Windmill Hill Road, Herstmonceux
Planning for a Safer Future
Hastings fire is being treated as deliberate
Fire- Lewes Road, Chelwood Gate
Fire- Lewes Road, Chelwood Gate- Update
Statement on consultation decision
Community Volunteers and staff reach out during Covid
East Sussex firefighters ready to offer SECAmb support
Sunflowers in Brighton & Hove
Successful prosecution in St Leonards-on-Sea arson incident
Fire - Oxford Street Brighton
Fire – Chailey Common
Fire – Update Oxford Street Brighton
Overnight incident round-up 13th May
Advice on wildfires in East Sussex
Plea over bonfires
Fire – Ashdown Forest
Update on Ashdown Forest fire
Fire – Chesham Place Brighton
Fire – Update Chesham Place Brighton
Weekend incident round-up 16th and 17th May
Please picnic at home not barbecue this Bank Holiday
Eastbourne firefighters take on a 1000 mile challenge
Help Us to Reduce False Alarms
Remember tents are not exempt!
East Sussex Fire Cadets 999 Charity Challenge
Flat fire in Brighton dealt with by crews
Virtual Safety in Action Delivered to Children at Home
Fire in Brighton flat started in the kitchen
Success in reducing accidental fires in the home
Have you spotted a Secret Stone
Crews are in attendance at fires in Hove & St-Leonards
St-Leonards Fire now out
Hove fire update
Help Us Prevent Fires in the Open
Support for the Vulnerable is Just One Phone Call Away
Response to FBU press release 3 June 2020
Over £3000 raised by Eastbourne Firefighters
Street surgery planned following Newhaven arson incident
Deadline approaches to take part in Planning For A Safer Future
Women in the Fire Service Announce Volunteer Coordinators as Winners
Follow Safety Advice Relating to Hand Sanitiser
Planning For A Safer Future Consultation Closure
Fire Service ask residents to look out for the vulnerable during the predicted heatwave
It’s Hot, Hot, Hot! Please Help Us Prevent Fires in the Open
Fire- Bowley Road, Hailsham
Smoke Alarms Sound Out to Save Lives and Protect the NHS
Success for Virtual Safety in Action – Online Gallery Now Open!
Fire – Seaside Road, Eastbourne
Update Fire – Seaside Road, Eastbourne
Fire – St Mary’s Road, Hastings
Update Fire - St Mary’s Road, Hastings
Barn fire- Ailies Lane, East Hoathly
Fire- Fort Lane, Eastbourne
Fire-Fort Lane, Eastbourne- Update
Fire- Main Street, Beckley
Integrated Risk Management Plan- Modified Proposals statement
Fire- Main Street, Beckley- Update
Renters Better Protected From Fire Hazards - Thanks to New Regulations
Fire at Brunswick Terrace Brighton
Presence at Brunswick Terrace being scaled back
Dogs safe after kitchen fire
Small fire on Eastbourne Pier now out
Fire on Eastbourne Pier was accidental
Light aircraft incident- Herrings Lane, Heathfield
Gorse and crop fire tackled by crews
Ashdown Forest fire prompts fresh warning
Serious fire at Newhaven industrial building
Operation continues in Newhaven
Work continues at Newhaven
Fire service scales back operation at Newhaven
RTC- A27, Lewes Bypass
Fire- Warrior Close, Portslade
Thousands of Elderly and Vulnerable Residents Helped During Covid-19
Free Fire Online Safety Course For Carers
Fire- Homefield Road, Seaford
Fire Authority meets to discuss Planning for a Safer Future
Accidental fire in the home- Lowest figure ever!
Planning for a Safer Future at East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service
Make fire prevention a business priority
Family’s close call after kitchen fire in Lewes
Microwaves can be a fire hazard
Tumble dryer fire- Seaford
Fire in Brede being tackled by crews
Crews remain at the scene in Brede
Reinspection at Scene of Brede Fire
Crews Attend Incident Involving Burst Water Main
Fire Crews Leave Scene of Burst Water Main Incident
Gas leak led to Claremont Hotel fire
Be alert to alarms for a safer home
Take 1, 2, 3 steps to a safer Stoptober
Hastings Flat Fire Prompts Warning to Keep Kitchen Safe
Sprinkler System Saves Hastings Company from Severe Fire Damage
Fire investigation to take place in Brighton
Jules King receives Queen’s Fire Service Medal
Top Tips for Taking Extra Care in the Kitchen
Show some respect this Bonfire Night
Fire- Lewes Road, Blackboys
Update- Fire- Lewes Road, Blackboys
Crews remain on scene- Lewes Road, Blackboys
Fire Investigation at Scene of Blackboys Fire
Can You Help Us Reduce Arson Across Hastings and Bexhill?
Candle safety warning following a house fire in Hove
Take Charge- Beware of the Zombie Batteries!
Getting spooky this Halloween? Ditch the candles!
Fire Brighton Marina
Caravans and car fire in Seaford
We’re Ready Willing and Able during COVID-19
Thank you for showing respect
Please Keep Kitchen Safe
Two Tumble Dryer Fires in One Day
Fire- North Street, Brighton
Fire- North Street, Brighton- Update
Fire- North Street- Crews remain on scene
Fire- Berkley Avenue, Hailsham
Fire- Ringwood Road, Eastbourne
Fire- Abergavenny Road, Lewes
Fire- Ringwood Road, Eastbourne- Update
Fire- Abergavenny Road, Lewes- Update
Fire- Ringwood Road, Eastbourne- Incident scaled down
Fire- Abergavenny Road, Lewes- Incident scaled down
Fire- Cliff Industrial Estate- Lewes
Safe Drive, Stay Alive Goes Virtual!
Wellington Road, Brighton, Fire
Stay safe when shopping online- Electrical Fire Safety Week
Uniting against domestic violence
Check your electric blankets now!
Virtual safety advice for school children
Fire, North Place
Fire, North Place - Update
Fire, Roedean Road
Fire, Roedean Road - Update
University of Brighton signs up to Fire Service partnership
We need your help to combat arson- Brighton bin fires
Mount Everest challenge for Battle Rope Rescue team
Weekend incident round up 5th - 6th December
Locals and visitors encouraged to stay safe and clear of the water this December
Overnight incident round up - 7th December
Overnight incident round up - 8th December
Overnight round up - 9th December
Overnight round up - 10th December
Don’t Create an Epic Fail in the Kitchen this Christmas
Tier 3 for Hastings and Rother but we’re still here to help
Chief Fire Officer Sponsors Lewes FC Women striker
Wishing you a safe New Year
Fire at car rental business in Eastbourne
New Years Honours - Congratulations to Bill Brewster BEM
Four fires in two days prompts safety reminder
Fire- Highview Lane, Uckfield
Working with SECAmb to combat the virus
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service attend serious fire in Hastings
2019 News
Incident round-up 1st January
Fire- Eastbourne Road, Westham
Overnight incident round-up 2nd January
Overnight incident round-up 3rd January
Control Room Awards 2019
RSPCA recognises work of crews
Make a New Year’s Resolution to keep yourself safe
Generosity shines through Brighton at Christmas
New year, new career?
Overnight round-up 8 January
New equipment welcomed by East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service
Casualty rescued following collision involving a vehicle and shop front in Bexhill
Overnight round-up 9th January
Do you know anyone who is being home educated in Bexhill or Hastings?
Overnight incident round-up 10th January
Overnight incident round-up 11th January
High rise fire- Donald Hall Road, Brighton
Fire- Donald Hall Road, Brighton
Overnight round-up 14 January
Fire Service attends Forestry Fire
Fire services join forces for firefighter course
Warning over electrical fires in the home
Overnight round-up 17th January
Overnight incident round-up 18th January
Caravan owners reminded about the importance of fire safety
Brighton graduates encourage people to Be Your Own Hero
Overnight round-up 22 January
Fire Service Supports Register My Appliance Day
New Year, New You!
Technical Rescue Units sent to make a building safe in Eastbourne
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service attend Newhaven Incident
Update on Newhaven Incident
Overnight incident round-up 31st January
Overnight incident round-up 1st February
Brighton fire
Incident round-up 4 February
Help us to help you by reducing false alarms!
Overnight incident round-up 7th February
Overnight incident round-up 8th January
Fire- Drury Lane, St Leonards
Fire- Drury Lane, St Leonards- Update
Help us to reduce false alarms
Overnight incident round-up 14th February
Overnight round-up 15 February
Tough decision over Council Tax rise
Overnight incident round-up 21st February
House Fire Rye
Overnight incident round-up 22nd February
Overnight round-up 25 February
Fire Service Reminder to Look When You Cook
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service attend wildfire in Nutley
Firefighters attend second wild fire in the Ashdown Forest
Countryside warning following two wildfires
Wildfires in Nutley and Ashdown Forest under control
Firefighters leave the scene of two wildfires
Incident round-up 4 March
Incident round-up 5 March
Batter Be Safe Than Sorry on Pancake Day
International Women’s Day celebrated across East Sussex
Fire Service Supports No Smoking Day on March 13th 2019
False alarms prompt safety reminder
Royal Sussex Hospital Fire
Bus fire in Polegate
Fire at local business in Eastbourne
Inspiring the next generation of firefighters in Bexhill
Exercise planned for site in Hailsham
Crews tackle house fire in Hailsham
Hastings Gets Ready to Host Award-Winning Safety in Action
New cartoon firefighters aim to inspire next generation
Overnight incident round-up 22nd March
Fire on School Road in Hove
Fire at derelict property in Hove now out
Safety Warning following Garage Fire in Ticehurst
Overnight incident round-up 27th March
Overnight incident round-up 29th March
White Watch 'seas' the day at Brighton Marina
Overnight incident round-up 3rd April
Fire- Hawth Way, Seaford
Tumble Dryer Safety Warning
Crowborough’s Fun & Safety Day is a Huge Success
Have you got a tumble dryer?
Overnight incident round-up 11th April
Eastbourne Fire
Introducing the Fab Four!
Overnight incident round-up 12th April
Weekend incident round-up 13th and 14th April
Fire Service attends incident in Frant
Serious fire in Telscombe Cliffs
Look after our countryside in the hot weather
Crews Called to Brighton Hotel
Avoid Brighton Seafront Due to Ongoing Incident
Crews investigating cause of call-out at Brighton Harbour Hotel
Overnight incident round-up 24th April
Camper van fire tackled by firefighters
Overnight incident round-up 26 April
Is Your Dishwasher Smoking?
Ashdown Forest Fire
Weekend incident round-up- Love our countryside!
Ashdown Forest Fire- Update
Overnight Incident Round-up 30 April
Don’t let your kitchen get too hot to handle
Spring cleaning? Help out the Firefighters Charity!
Overnight incident round-up 1st May
Fire Service Support Plumpton College Open Day
Be Water Aware- Vital information if you don't intend to go in the water!
Look out for each other this Bank Holiday weekend
Overnight incident round-up 3 May
Don’t Hang Me Out To Fry
Countryside lovers urged to take care this Bank Holiday Weekend
Overnight Incident round-up 7 May
Dementia Friends and the fire service
Derelict building fire in Hastings
Road and cooking safety reminders
Wadhurst firefighters invite you to join them
Deadline for on call firefighter job applications nears
Overnight Incident Round-Up 13 May
Overnight Incident Round-Up 14 May
Water Savvy Fun Day- Bewl Water- 23rd June
Eastbourne Incident
Lewes Safety in Action arrives at Newhaven Fort
Fire Service Launches New Leaflet to Mark Dementia Action Week
Overnight Incident Round-up 20 May
Overnight incident round-up 21st May
Overnight incident round-up 22nd May
Hidden Fire Risk of Emollients Commonly Used For Eczema and Psoriasis
Overnight Incident Round-up 28 May
Crews Called to Commercial Property Fire in Hastings
Overnight incident round-up 30th May
Overnight incident round-up 31st May
Weekend incident round up 1st and 2nd June
It’s back! Preparations start for Eastbourne 999
East Sussex Fire Authority welcomes new members
Open day and charity fun planned by firefighters!
Overnight incident round-up 4th June
Overnight incident round-up 5th June
Overnight incident round-up 7th June
Be Your Own Hero to Avoid Fires in The Home
Heavy downpour results in fire service call-outs
Helping businesses stay the right side of the law
East Sussex Fire Authority elects new leaders
Fire at derelict building in Hove
Fire in Hove being treated as deliberate
Weekend incident round-up 14th-17th June
Overnight Incident round-up 18 June
Overnight incident round-up 19th June
Overnight incident round-up 20th June
Your help is needed to tackle arson
Kitchen fire- St Leonards-on-Sea & Overnight round-up
Fire Service issues safety advice after fire at a property in Arlington
Countdown to Eastbourne 999 – don’t miss out
Overnight Incident round-up 24 June
Overnight Incident round-up 25 June
Record breaking attendance at Water Savvy Fun Day!
Overnight incident round-up 26th June
Cool down safely amid heatwave alert
Overnight incident round-up 27th June
Fire- Southover High Street, Lewes
Overnight Incident round-up 1 July
Whirlpool warning from Fire and Rescue Service
Overnight Incident round-up 2 July
Overnight Incident Round-Up 3 July
Overnight incident round-up 5th July
Hailsham’s On-Call Firefighter Have-a-Go Evening
Overnight Incident round-up 8 July
Personal alarm helps prevent fire in Eastbourne
Overnight incident round-up 9 July
Crews Called to Hastings Fire
Incident round-up 11th July
Avoid the Fatal Four this Summer!
Incident round-up 12th July
Weekend incident round-up 12th/13th/14th July
Get ready for summer with the Fire and Rescue Service
Clothing banks raise more than £1000
Proud Night for Volunteers
Overnight incident round-up 18th July
Supporting Pride across East Sussex this Summer
Rye Fire
George In Rye Fire
BBQ Safety Warning as Heatwave is on its Way
Overnight Incident Round-Up 22 July
Guilty plea regarding fire safety information by Henfield property management company
Electrical safety is no laughing matter – get your electrics checked now!
Is your business safe from Fire?
Fire Service’s Swift Action Saves Life of Elderly Resident
Overnight incident round-up 24th July
Unicorn ducks promoting water safety this Brighton Pride!
Safer Summer – watch out for wildfires and lightning strikes
Overnight incident round-up 25th July
East Sussex Fire Authority pledges charity support
Overnight incident round-up 26th July
Hotel fire prompts reminder over business safety
Weekend incident round up 29 July 2019
Lift advice after hen night got stuck in Brighton
Overnight round up 30 July 2019
Incident at Uckfield
Fire and Rescue Service standing down at Uckfield incident
Overnight incident round up 31 July 2019
Overnight round up 2 August 2019
Overnight incident round-up 6th August
Overnight incident round-up 8th August
Fire safety reminder after Eastbourne flat fire
Eastbourne Fire Station Organise Charity Car Wash for Two Good Causes
'Our Blue Light' mental health torch relay
Incident Round-up 20 August
Two Hastings call-outs prompts a Safer Homes Message
Get Set for Burwash Fire Station’s Open Day
Overnight round-up 21st August- Help us to reduce false alarms!
Time to think about getting #winterready
Fire Service attends fire at Waste Site in Brighton
Update - Fire Service attends fire at Waste Site in Brighton
Bank Holiday Monday incident round-up (26th August)
Hollingdean Lane, Brighton fire- Statement
Overnight incident round-up 28th August
Positive steps towards a future without drowning
Overnight incident round-up 30th August
Weekend incident round-up 31st August and 1st September
East Sussex Fire and Rescue reminds people to Stay Local for fireworks
Brighton Beach Patrol- Working with porpoise!
What heatwave? Time to get chimneys #winterready!
Invitation to our Fire Authority meeting
Overnight incident round-up 4th September
Farm fires being tackled
Farm fires prompt safety warning
Crews at Brighton fire
Help is on hand for businesses from fire and rescue service
Fire at Buckwoods School Guestling
Overnight incident round-up 12th September
Whirlpool recall prompts reminder from firefighters
A feat of human endurance- Casper’s Journey
Bin fires..bonfires..electrical.. and flooding overnight call-outs
Crews tackle fire at Newhaven waste management service
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service is supporting Gas Safety Week 2019
Make your business safe from fire
Fake Mobile Phone Charger Warning
We need your help to combat arson- Overnight incident round-up 18th September
Students...Study your tyres!
Overnight incident round-up 20th September
Fire- Sidley Street, Bexhill
Fire- Pankhurst Avenue, Brighton
Pankhurst Avenue fire- Statement
Fire in Kensington Gardens, Brighton
Business Fire Safety advice offered after restaurant fire
Deadline for on call firefighter job applications approaches
Fire Service Offers Important Safety Advice around the Dangers of Emollient Creams
Get ready for a fun-filled Open Day at Hailsham fire station
Weekend incident round-up 28th and 29th September
Don’t Forget to get Your Chimney Swept!
Safe Tyres Save Lives
Casper's Journey Challenge begins
Overnight incident round-up 3rd October
Overnight incident round-up 4th October
Fire Florence Road, Brighton
Overnight Incidents 7 October
Fire Service supports #BeBurnsAware and #SafeTea 2019
Overnight Round-Up 8 October
Overnight incident round-up 9th October
Overnight incident round-up 10th October
Overnight incident round-up 11th October
Overnight Incident Round-Up 14 October
Incident Round-Up 15 October
Overnight incident round-up 17th October
Fire Authority meeting 25 October 2019
What3Words app helps fire services find fire
Overnight Incident Round-Up 21 October
Stay Local for fireworks is this message this bonfire night
Register Your Appliance and #ReactToRecalls
Help Us to Keep False Alarms Down
Fire Service Awards Recognise Excellence and Life-Saving Actions
Overnight incident round-up 23rd October
Fire at Denton Island, Newhaven
Update - Fire Denton Island Newhaven
Get your car Winter Ready
Overnight incident round-up 29th October
Newhaven Fire
Overnight incident round-up 31st October
Weekend incident round-up 2nd and 3rd November
Overnight incident round-up 6th November
Electrical blanket testing- A success!
Overnight incident round-up 7th November
Fire Service Attends Wall Collapse in Lewes
Fire Service Attends Incident at Lewes Castle
Lewes Castle - Update
Lewes Castle operation to continue this evening
Search drawn to a close at Lewes Castle
Overnight incident round-up 14th November
Overnight incident round-up 15th November
Weekend incident round-up 15th/16th/17th November
Businesses and fire service celebrate first Primary Authority anniversary
Businesses urged to protect against festive fire risks
Men urged to look after their mental health this International Men’s Day
Don’t fall foul to fakes this Black Friday
Firefighters tackle log fire in Rye
Fire at Eastbourne hotel
Update on serious fire in Eastbourne
Advice given about smoke from serious fire in Eastbourne
Eastbourne Hotel fire update
Fire is now under control
Crews remain on scene at Eastbourne fire
Safety measures to remain in place at Eastbourne fire
Eastbourne hotel operation to continue through Saturday
Eastbourne hotel operation continues
Eastbourne hotel update
Eastbourne hotel - latest update
Weekend incident round-up 23rd and 24th November
Eastbourne Hotel Incident Handed Back to the Hotelier
Hastings & Rother Firefighters Actively Support #WhiteRibbonDay
Wadhurst Women Enjoy Have-a-Go Day
Claremont hotel site handed back
Overnight incident round-up 28th November
Get ho ho home safely this Christmas
Incident round-up 2 December
Winter weather alert prompts advice from fire service
Chief declares zero tolerance following physical attack on Eastbourne firefighters
Incident round-up 3 December
Launch of #LookWhileYouCook Competition
Possible gas leak- Terminus Place, Brighton
Overnight incident round-up 6th December
One person rescued after hotel fire in Hove
Weekend incident round-up 8th and 9th December
Fire- Leicester Villas, Hove
Update- Leicester Villas, Hove
Candle safety warning following serious fire in Hove
January deadline for on call firefighter job applications
Barn fire- Grove Hill, Hellingly
Weekend incident round-up 14th and 15th December
Inspection report published
Help avoid Christmas catastrophes
Help Us Reduce Kitchen Fires This Christmas
Winter is here and it's the season of the log burner!
Road traffic collision Forest Row
Eastbourne House Fire
Brighton House Fire
Rye House Fire
Winchelsea Road, Rye fire- Update
Colwood Crescent, Eastbourne fire- Update
Falmer Road, Brighton fire- Update
Keep your home safe from fire this Christmas
Weekend incident round-up 21st and 22nd December
Super 8! Welcome to our new wholetime firefighters
Bedroom fire in Wadhurst
Fire in Wadhurst - update
Fire at industrial estate in Lewes
Fire at Lewes Industrial estate update
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Fire- Terminus Road, Eastbourne
Fire- Adams Lane, Northiam
Fire investigation collaboration goes live!
Fire- York Road, Hove
Fire- Lewes Crescent, Brighton
We Are Supporting Register My Appliance Week
Fire - Kings Road Brighton
Kings Road fire update
Kings Road fire - morning update
Fire- Whitebread Lane, Beckley
Dogs rescued from mobile home fire
Fire- Vines Cross, Horam
Changing our response to automatic fire alarms
Invitation to February's Fire Authority Meeting
Fire- Queens Road, Hastings
Round-up- Queens Road, Hastings
Council tax decision made by Fire Authority
Fire on Ship Street, Brighton
Update - fire on Ship Street
Incident at Ship Street scaled down
Ship Street, Brighton- We have now left the scene
Do Not Travel Due to Rare Red Weather Warning
Candle Safety Warning
Bring your cars to Uckfield!
Get involved with East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service
Sunshine could be to blame for serious fire in Horam
Local firefighters are on hand to help Bexhill residents
Uckfield Charity Car Wash Raises Over £1000
Candle Safety Warning following Bexhill Flat Fire
We are supporting National No Smoking Day
Education Team scoops Silver at the iESE transformation awards
Walkers urged to be extra cautious near water and mud
In attendance at fire on Longhill Road Brighton
Roof fire in Brighton
Faulty wires causes fires
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service to deliver vital equipment to support Ukraine
Fire Goldstone Terrace Hastings
Fire Southerham
Update on Southerham fire
Update on Lewes recycling fire
Fire- East Quay, Newhaven
Fire- Pippingford Park, Nutley
Be Wildfire Aware following Nutley fire
Fire Cadets scheme arriving in Bexhill
Warning after two kitchen fires in one afternoon
Bikers - share your Tales of the Road
RTC Silverhill
Fire- Lewes Road, Uckfield
Fire- Lewes Road, Uckfield- Update
Newhaven firefighters take stand on road safety
New approach to automatic fire alarms
Safety advice after power price pinch
Wheat bag warning after fire in Eastbourne
Introducing our 9 new recruits!
Be Water Aware and Jet the Dragon visits Eastbourne
Getting ready for the long weekend
Support for refugees
Welcome to our new Wholetime firefighters!
Wealden bin strikes
Charity Car Wash – bring your mucky motors to Bohemia Road!
Join us for water safety fun!
Join us at The Level
Fire investigation to take place in Bexhill
Hoarding Awareness - start with just one thing
Fire service welcomes conviction for arsons
Fire Service marks IDAHOBIT 2022
Award-winning Safety in Action arrives in Brighton and Hove and Hastings
High Sheriff visit to Uckfield Community Fire Station
East Sussex Women of the Year
Farm Fire Prompts Important Safety Advice
Celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee safely
Invitation to Fire Authority meeting
We are supporting Home Fire Safety Week
Candle fire close call in Lewes
Make your home safer for under 5s
Fire- Old Lane, Crowborough
Round-up- Fire- Old Lane, Crowborough
Get involved with East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service this August
Fire Seaside Road Eastbourne
Have a go at being a firefighter
Welcoming our new Wholetime Firefighters!
Fire- Tangier Lane, Frant
Quack, quack…The ducks are back with Pride!
Store your garden waste safely!
Help us keep cool! Watch out for wildfires
Six sheds affected by serious fire in Eastbourne
Help protect Ashdown Forest – home of Winnie-the-Pooh
Meet the crew - pop into Burwash Community Fire Station during August
Yes You Can- On-call firefighters
Fire at Park Holidays, Guestling
Invitation to online Conversation Café
Bexhill! Meet Your Crew
Our Summer BBQ and bonfire safety advice
Bikers tell us their Tales of the Road
New dates announced for on call firefighter training
Six fire engines respond to fire in Hove
Salvage underway at Hove property after fire
Fire in the open - Seaford
Crews damping down at scene of fire in Seaford
Pop up in Shinewater!
Heat health alert – stay safe!
Fire- Eaton Gardens, Hove
Update-Fire- Eaton Gardens, Hove
Electric blanket testing dates announced
Wildfire in Forest Row
Fire service reassures public that it is ready to respond
Three dogs rescued after fire in Peavehaven
Barn Fire- Harebeating Lane, Hailsham
Fire in the open- Lewes Road, Uckfield
Fire- Plumpton Racecourse
Update- Fire- Plumpton Racecourse
Fire safety survey launched
Helping keep local businesses safe
Tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Fire - Lewes High Street
Fire - North Road, Brighton
Arrival of autumn prompts launch of safety drive
Fire - Upperton Road, Eastbourne
Fire- The Green, Newick
Fire- The Green Newick- Update
Fire- High Street, Maresfield
Fire- High Street, Maresfield- Update
Cadets go outward bound!
We are supporting Restart A Heart
Choose local this bonfire season!
Stay safe with candles
Reports of scooter fire at flats
Motorists urged to avoid flood water as more rain is forecast
Our Impact - Service performance update
Shocking results from electric blanket tests
On-Call Recruitment Event - Pevensey Community Fire Station
Introducing our 8 new On-Call recruits
Save Safely - take advantage of free recall alerts
Businesses - don’t let emergencies ruin your Christmas rush
Notification of Fire Authority meeting
Save Safely when bargain hunting this Christmas
Celebrating the Service – International Volunteer Day
Small fire in high rise in Brighton
Safety reminder for businesses after chimney fire
Hastings fire linked to wood burning stove
Catch us out and about!
Fire - Brighton house
Update - fire investigation being carried out after Brighton fire
Enjoy festive fun safely!
Battle fire prompts safety warning
Water rescue in Barcombe sparks flood safety warning
Uckfield Road Safety Event
Fire service welcomes first new supporter of Project Pictogram
Fire investigation to take place after Rottingdean fire
Chief Fire Officer awarded King’s Fire Service Medal
2023 News
Bringing fire safety home
Fire – Netherfield Green, Brighton
Be ready for new regulations after Grenfell
Tumble dryer warning, following a fire
Watch Manager Scales Heights For Charity
Fire - Terminus Road, Brighton
Smoke alarm reminder after accidental fire in Brighton
Christmas Charity Collection a success!
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service is asking everyone to take extra care after the recent rainfall.
Flood Round up
Firefighters continue to work at Hastings
Fire service leaving scene of Hastings flooding
Flooding - Denton Road, Newhaven
Operation in Newhaven winding down
Hastings Seafront Fire
Hastings seafront incident update
Hastings fire update and support to local businesses
Praise for East Sussex Fire and Rescue as HMI report published
Fire in Westfield
Power outage following Fire in Eastbourne
Free home fire safety visits on offer
Home Safety advice following house fire in Hastings
Notification of Fire Authority meeting
4th – 5th February weekend incident round up
Fire service and charity working together to promote safety
Difficult decisions made by Fire Authority
Uckfield Car Wash 25th March 2023
Fire Quarry Road Newhaven
Fire Quarry Road Newhaven Update
High rise exercises planned
The Drive, Hove - Fire
FREE Introduction to Business Fire Safety courses
Attendance at seafront in Eastbourne
International Women’s Day Open Water Swimming Webinar
Margaret Street, Brighton, Fire
Laughton fire
Welcome to our new firefighters
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service were called to a fire in Ringmer.
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