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From 4 April 2022, the details of the most significant incidents we attend, that may affect our communities, are on our dedicated incidents page.
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An aerial photograph of the fire in Netherton.
26 September 2023
Businesses across the West Midlands are being urged to 'think fire safety' and review their fire risk assessments after Netherton factory fire
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Two rows of firefighters, standing and seated, in smart uniforms, some wearing medals
25 September 2023
'Babbs Mill' firefighters receive Chief Fire Officer Commendations; colleague honoured for off-duty attempt to save woman's life
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UKISAR volunteers stood with Chief Fire Officer Wayne Brown
19 September 2023
All members of the UK International Search and Rescue (UK ISAR) team, including our seven staff, have returned to the UK safely following their deployment to Morocco.
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A damaged building in Morocco with two locals surveying the damage
11 September 2023
Seven fire and rescue personnel from the West Midlands are among some 60 staff from around the UK who landed in Morocco on Monday to aid rescue efforts.
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A graphic showing our consultation logo and Chief Fire Officer Wayne Brown.
24 August 2023
West Midlands Fire Service is encouraging communities across the West Midlands to 'Shape your Fire Service' by taking part in our consultation, which ends 11 September 2023.
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Search and Rescue Dog, Cara.
10 August 2023
It's with great sadness that we announce the passing of Search and Rescue dog, Cara
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2 August 2023
Cherished Urban Search and Rescue dog, Cara, is to retire 7 years after starting service with us in 2016.
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Deputy Chief Fire Officer Jo Bowcock
1 August 2023
Deputy Chief Fire Officer (DCFO) Jo Bowcock, currently serving at Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service, has been appointed to the DCFO role at West Midlands Fire Service.
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Firefighter Jack Baker smiling while being awarded a trophy
1 August 2023
Highgate firefighter, Jack Baker, retained three of his titles at the British Firefighter Challenge competition in Manchester.
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An off-duty firefighter, in sunglasses and swimwear, on a beach with the sea behind him
28 July 2023
Tragic death confirmed of West Midlands firefighter who went missing during cross-Channel charity swim
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