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Read press releases issued by AF&RS to the local media and find out about incidents of note that we've attended. In this area you'll also find archives of past incidents and press releases.

Press Release - Firefighters come to the DIY rescue of Lawrence Weston youth group

19/12/2009

Press release - Fire chiefs serve up Christmas safety message

15/12/2009

Press Release - Avon Fire & Rescue Service celebrates latest Audit Commission report

09/12/2009

Press release - Chief Fire Officer commends members of the public and staff for heroic actions

07/12/2009

Press Release - Firefighters aim high in charity ladder climb

07/12/2009

Press Release - Firefighters host pantomime for local children

04/12/2009

Press Release - Lawrence Weston youngsters show off their new FireSkills

19/11/2009

Press Release - Firefighters help pupils re-enact The Great Fire of London

06/11/2009

Press Release - Chairwoman of South Gloucestershire Senior Citizens Forum gets a visit from local firefighters

22/10/2009

Press Release - Bristol firefighters raise £2,500 after 9/11 charity event

19/10/2009

Press Release - Pupils get dramatic lesson in firework safety

14/10/2009

Press Release - Fire Chief says “We are ready” as Urban Search and Rescue Station is opened

06/10/2009

Press Release - Local firefighter joins Indonesian earthquake relief effort

05/10/2009

Press Release - Students urged to 'watch what you heat' as the new term begins

29/09/2009

Press Release - Firefighters wash cars to help Yate playgroup

24/09/2009

Press Release - Partnership aims to improve tenants’ fire safety in North Somerset

22/09/2009

Press Release - Crews grab buckets and sponges to raise money for The Fire Fighters Charity

16/09/2009

Read the Press Release - Fire service appeals to drivers to think before they park

Press Release - Fire service appeals to drivers to think before they park

09/09/2009

Press Release - Fire Service gives young people taste of life as a firefighter

Press release - Fire service gives young people a taste of life as a firefighter

31/07/2009

Press Release - Bristol firefighters New York bound for 9/11 charity event

24/07/2009

Press release - Firefighters lather up for charity

16/07/2009

Press release - Mini week of action comes to Kingswood

14/07/2009

Press release - Firefighters raise £4,000 in charity climb

23/06/2009

Press Release - AF&RS Director receives Queen's Birthday Honour

16/06/2009

Press release - Fire service supports local heroes for Carers Week

05/06/2009

Press Release - Stay ship shape this Boat Safety Week

26/05/2009

Press Release - RoadSkills roadshow aims to reduce road traffic collisions in Radstock

26/05/2009

Press Release - Hanham set for Week of Action

08/05/2009

Press Release - Service welcomes Shadow Secretary of State for International Development

07/05/2009

Read the press release Fire Service and Police join forces to keep farms safer

Press Release - Fire Service and Police join forces to keep farms safer

07/05/2009

Press Release - Firefighters prepare for £10,000 D-Day charity challenge

30/04/2009

Press Release - Service teams up with Kier Western for exercise

08/04/2009

Read the Press Release - Service donates six fire engines to The Gambia

Press Release - Service donates six fire engines to The Gambia

08/04/2009

Press Release - Fire Control Operator's swift actions save woman's life

27/03/2009

Read the full Press Release - Avon Fire & Rescue Service gains top website accessibility award

Avon Fire & Rescue Service gains top website accessibility award

24/03/2009

Portishead firefighters and youth centre members

Press Release - Portishead firefighters scrub up for youth centre

19/03/2009

Press Release - Arson hot spots targeted during Environmental Day of Action

17/03/2009

Press Release - Sea Cadets chart new waters during firefighting course

10/03/2009

Press Release - Service celebrates extended cover at Yate Fire Station

04/03/2009

Press Release - Staff reach out to the deaf community

26/02/2009

Press Release - Avon Fire & Rescue Service celebrates Audit Commission report

12/02/2009

Press Release - DVD aimed at combating anti-social behaviour launched

30/01/2009

Press Release - What's your New Year's Resolution?

05/01/2009

Incidents of note

Lucky escape for smoker
07/09/2010 00:54

Two hurt in RTC
06/09/2010 22:35

Play area destroyed by fire
06/09/2010 00:35

Unattended hob sparks fire
03/09/2010 13:14

Crews tackle factory fire
01/09/2010 18:10

Escape Routes
If there was a fire would you and your family know how to get out? The best way out of your home is the way you regularly come in, but make sure you have other escape routes in case it is blocked. Make sure escape routes are clear of obstacles.

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