News Items published by the Cornwall Fire and Rescue ServiceengabLibrary RSS Component v1.0Sat, 24 Aug 2019 03:00:44 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38907Maggie MooreUpdates will be posted, as and when incidents of note occur. ]]>Mon, 12 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38920Mark PhilpottAt 1132 Critical Control received a 999 stating the property was full of smoke. Appliances from Helston, Mullion, Penzance and 2 whole time officers were mobilised. Crews are currently using breathing apparatus and a thermal image camera to ascertain the cause of the smoke. The news desk will be updated when we receive any further information. ]]>Tue, 20 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38919Maggie MooreOne appliance from Bodmin Fire Station attended this incident. It involved one transit van that was well alight. The crew used two breathing apparatus and two hosereel to extinguish the fire. The incident was arson suspected and the Police have been informed.]]>Sun, 18 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38918Maggie MooreOne appliance from Padstow Fire Station and the Rescue Tender from Bodmin Fire Station attended this incident. One vehicle was on its side and one casualty was trapped. The crew used crash rescue equipment to free the female driver and she was left in the care of the Ambulance crew. Police were also on scene. There are no further details for this incident.]]>Thu, 15 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38917Maggie MooreTwo appliances from Tolvaddon Community Fire Station and a Wholetime Officer attended thins incident. The fire was out on arrival and one casualty was being treated by Ambulance. One male casualty suffered burns and was taken to hospital. There are no further details for this incident.]]>Thu, 15 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38916Andy TaylorTwo fire appliances from Saltash Community Fire Station attended a fire involving a shed, measuring four metres by four metres that was well alight. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used a jet and a hosereel to extinguish the fire, the cause of which is accidental.]]>Thu, 15 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38914Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Liskeard Community Fire Station attended a single vehicle that had rolled over. Firefighters assisted Police locate a casualty and administered first aid until the arrival of Ambulance. The vehicle was made safe. If further details are required, please contact Devon & Cornwall Police.]]>Wed, 14 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38915Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Tolvaddon Community Fire Station attended and firefighters used one hosereel to extinguish the fire. Arson is suspected and Devon & Cornwall Police have been informed.]]>Wed, 14 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38913Andy TaylorCritical Control Centre received a 999 call reporting a child trapped in a bath seat. A fire appliance from Tolvaddon Community Fire Station was mobilised and on arrival the crew used small tools to release the child into the care of their mother.]]>Wed, 14 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38911Maggie MooreOne appliance from Tolvaddon Community Fire Station is in attendance. One car was well alight and the crew used two hosereel and two breathing apparatus to extinguish the fire. Police are in attendance and Highways have been requested to attend to the damage of the road.]]>Wed, 14 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38910Maggie MooreOne appliance from Looe Community Fire Station attended this incident, where a tumble drier was on fire in an outbuilding attached to a house. The fire was out on arrival and the cause was accidental.]]>Wed, 14 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38909Andy TaylorOne appliance from Penzance Community Fire Station attended this incident. It involved two vehicles and crews assisted with making the scene safe and also with passenger safety. Police were also in attendance.]]>Wed, 14 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38906Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from St Ives Community Fire Station attended and firefighters used two jets and a hydrant to extinguish a fire involving an area of stored wood. Arson is suspected and Devon & Cornwall Police have been informed.]]>Mon, 12 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38905Andy TaylorTwo fire appliances from St Just and one fire appliance from Penzance are in attendance at a fire involving straw bales inside a barn. Firefighters are working with the farmer to remove bales that are not alight and firefighters are using one main jet and a hosereel to extinguish the bales that are on fire. ]]>Mon, 12 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38904Andy TaylorTwo fire appliances from Falmouth and one fire appliance from Tolvaddon attended a fire involving rubbish that had spread to a property. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used two hosereel jets to extinguish the fire by 0105hrs. Arson is suspected and Devon & Cornwall Police have been informed.]]>Mon, 12 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38903Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Falmouth Community Fire Station attended a fire in a skip. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used one hosereel to extinguish the fire by 2300hrs.]]>Mon, 12 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38902Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Looe Community Fire Station attended a single vehicle that had overturned onto its roof. An ambulance also attended to care for the driver and the firefighters assisted with making the scene safe.]]>Mon, 12 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38901Adam OliverOne appliance from Falmouth Community Fire Station responded to this incident. On arrival a two vehicle road traffic collision was discovered. Firefighters confirmed that no persons were trapped and assisted to make the scene safe. ]]>Sat, 10 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38900Adam OliverAppliances from Launceston, Bude, and Holsworthy responded to this incident. On arrival a fire involving bales of hay was discovered. Firefighters using two hose reel jets worked with the assistance of a farmer to extinguish the fire. This incident has been classed as accidental. ]]>Sat, 10 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38899Maggie MooreOne appliance from Mullion Community Fire Station and one from Helston Community Fire Station along with a Flexi Duty Officer attended this incident. The incident involved a two vehicle road traffic collision. The crews made the vehicle safe and assisted Police and Ambulance to release a casualty from one vehicle. The Coastguard helicopter landed and conveyed the casualty to Derriford hospital.]]>Sat, 10 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38898Janice JamesTolvaddon Community Fire Station were mobilised to arcing power cables. On their arrival they found a branch was bring the two cables together. Fire crews ensure the area and sounding properties were safe until the arrival of Western Power. ]]>Fri, 9 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38896Andy TaylorTwo fire appliances from Truro Community Fire Station and one fire appliance from Tolvaddon Community Fire Station attended a lorry fire that was next to a farm shed. Firefighters prevented the fire from spreading to the building using breathing apparatus, two jets and a hosereel. Two cars were also damaged by fire. The fire was extinguished by 2315hrs and the firefighters left the scene at 2330hrs. The cause of the fire is not being treated as suspicious. ]]>Wed, 7 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38894Janice JamesCritical Control received a call to a property fire at 17.41. Fire crews from Wadebridge, Bodmin Community Fire Station and an Officer were mobilised to the incident. On arrival the fire crew from Wadebridge found the fire to be out and two firefighters wearing breathing apparatus ventilated the property. All other resources were retuned to their home station.]]>Wed, 7 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38895Janice JamesAt 14.06 Critical Control received calls to what was believed to be a caravan on fire. Fire crews from Helston, Penzance, Tolvaddon Community Fire Stations and an Officer were mobilised to the incident. On arrival it was found to be a shed on fire, where firefighters wearing breathing apparatus and using a hosereel extinguished the fire. ]]>Wed, 7 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38891Andy TaylorAt 23:06 one appliance from Bodmin was mobilised to a fire in the open. On arrival, crew discovered a barn, well alight. Another appliance from Bodmin, Lostwithiel and the Water Carrier from Wadebridge were requested to attend the incident. 23:33 - Firefighters are using two Breathing Apparatus and one main jet. 00:02 - Firefighters are using two main jets and two appliances are being used to water relay. 0145hrs: One pump and the water carrier remain on scene dealing with the fire. 0500hrs: A relief crew from Lostwithiel are on scene and the fire is expected to burn into the day. A few 999 calls are still being received by those that can see the fire from a distance and by those driving past on the A30. Don’t Become a Statistic! Every year we attend numerous fires on farms, where buildings are completely destroyed by fire, often with the loss of large amounts of stock, straw, hay, farm machinery, chemicals and even livestock. We have produced a booklet in partnership with Cornish Mutual and NFU Mutual to help farms comply with the new fire laws. The booklet contains the information on the following: • What you’re required to do by law • Fire safety risk assessments • If a fire breaks out • Controlled burning • Dangerous substances • Arson View the booklet from the link below: ]]>Wed, 7 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38892Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Tolvaddon Community Fire Station attended and the fire crew two hosereels to extinguish a fire involving two large straw bales. Arson is suspected and Devon & Cornwall Police have been informed.]]>Wed, 7 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38893Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Callington attended and the fire crew used one hosereel to damp down the fire in a field of wheat.]]>Wed, 7 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38886Josh PlowmanTwo pumping appliances from Wadebridge and Bodmin alongside a light 4x4 vehicle from Wadebridge responded to a property fire. Two firefighters wearing breathing apparatus entered the property and extinguished a fire in the kitchen using a hose reel jet.]]>Mon, 5 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38885Andy TaylorAt 14:05 this afternoon the Critical Control Centre received a call from South Western Ambulance Service, regarding a two vehicle road traffic collision, one person trapped. Two appliances from Bude, the Rescue Tender from Bodmin and two Officers were mobilised to the incident. On arrival crew discovered a road traffic collision, involving a car and small van, with one person trapped. Firefighters used Crash Rescue Equipment to release the casualty and remained on scene to make the vehicle safe. Police were also in attendance. ]]>Mon, 5 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38890Andy TaylorFirefighters from Tolvaddon Community Fire Station used breathing apparatus and one hosereel to quickly extinguish a fire in a van.]]>Tue, 6 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38889Andy TaylorTwo fire appliances from Truro Community Fire Station attended a fire inside a flat. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used a thermal imaging camera and one hosereel to extinguish the fire by 0240hrs.]]>Tue, 6 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38887Andy TaylorTwo fire appliances from Bude Community Fire Station attended a report that a lorry had left the road and overturned in a field. Firefighters assisted paramedics and released the casualty by 0055hrs. The crews then assisted with scene safety. If further details are required, please contact Devon & Cornwall Police.]]>Mon, 5 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38888Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Hayle Emergency Services Community Station attended a rubbish fire. The fire crew quickly extinguished the fire. Arson is suspected and Devon & Cornwall Police have been informed.]]>Tue, 6 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38884Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Tolvaddon Community Fire Station attended to assist ambulance to gain entry to a property so that they could access a patient. There will be no further details available about this incident.]]>Mon, 5 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38883Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Tolvaddon Community Fire Station attended and firefighters used one hosereel to extinguish a fire in a field.]]>Mon, 5 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38882Adam OliverTwo pumping appliances from Falmouth and Truro, an Aerial Ladder Platform from Truro and a wholetime officer were mobilised to a grain dryer on fire. On arrival, crews discovered a 30 tonne grain dryer to be on fire and proceeded to fight the fire using two breathing apparatus, two main jets, one hose reel jet, one triple extension ladder and a thermal imaging camera. UPDATE - 08:31 - MAKE PUMPS 3 An additional pumping appliance from Truro was mobilised upon request from the crews on scene. Firefighters are currently formulating a plan to remove the corn from the dryer. A welfare vehicle from St Dennis has also been sent to the incident. FURTHER UPDATE - 09:21 - MAKE PUMPS 4 and WATER CARRIERS 1 An additional pumping appliance from St Austell, a water carrier from Helston, an incident command unit from St Just and a second wholetime officer have now been sent to the scene of operations. Final update @ 15:00 Crews, alongside the farmer and specialist equipment have removed all grain from the silo. The silo has now been deemed safe. Appliances are packing up equipment and will soon be leaving the incident. ]]>Sat, 3 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38881Katherine TakelAn appliance with 5 Firefighters used two breathing apparatus and one hose reel to extinguish a car fire which was well alight on their arrival. The cause is known to be arson and the Police have been informed.]]>Sat, 3 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38880Katherine TakelThree appliances from St Austell, Lostwithiel and Bodmin along with support appliances from Saltash, Launceston and St Dennis attended a call to a fire in a chemical container. Firefighters worked alongside chemical advisors to safely extinguish the flames using hose reels, safety jets and light portable pumps set into near by water sources.]]>Sat, 3 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38879Katherine TakelThree people were released from inside a broken lift by St Ives Firefighters. The crew used small tools and lift keys to complete the rescue.]]>Sat, 3 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38878Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Newquay Community Fire Station and one fire appliance from Perranporth Community Fire Station attended following reports of a fire. The fire crews were confronted with a fire involving a fast-food outlet trailer. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used one jet and one hosereel jet to knock down the fire, which also involved cylinders. The fire was fully extinguished by 0400hrs and the fire crews remained at the scene damping down until 0420hrs. Arson is suspected and Devon & Cornwall Police have been informed.]]>Fri, 2 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38877Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Lostwithiel Community Fire Station attended reports of a car fire. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used one hosereel to extinguish the fire. Arson is suspected and Devon & Cornwall Police have been informed.]]>Fri, 2 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38872Andy TaylorFirefighters from Falmouth Community Fire Station attended a report of a bin fire. Firefighers determined the cause was due to the careless disposal of a barbecue. Fortunately, no-one was injured. They used a bucket of water to fully extinguish the fire. Follow the link below for safety advice when enjoying the summer weather with a barbecue. ]]>Thu, 1 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38873Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Tolvaddon Community Fire Station attended a bonfire in in a play area. The fire was quickly extinguished using water back-packs. ]]>Thu, 1 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38874Andy TaylorTwo fire appliances were mobilised to a fire in the kitchen of a hotel. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus entered the kitchen with a thermal imaging camera, hosereel and fire extinguisher. They confirmed that the fire was already out. Once the scene was confirmed safe, the fire crews left soon after 1600hrs.]]>Thu, 1 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38875Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Launceston and one fire appliance from Liskeard attended a report of smoke seen coming from an upstairs window. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus entered the house to find that a cloth had been left on a hob that was accidentally left on. It is important that you don't hang tea-towels or cloths on or over the cooker and don't put oven gloves down on the cooker after you've used them. Please follow the link below for further kitchen safety advice. ]]>Thu, 1 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38876Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Hayle, one fire appliance from Penzance and the rescue tender from Tolvaddon attended with Ambulance and Police reports of a vehicle on its side with a person trapped. Firefighters used crash rescue equipment to release the casualty by 1250hrs. The casualty was left in care of Ambulance and the scene made safe. If further details are required, please contact Devon & Cornwall Police]]>Fri, 2 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38871Katherine TakelWhatever your age, you can learn something here about fire and road safety. Including interactive tools for the younger ones. ]]>Thu, 1 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38870Katherine TakelDuring these lovely sunny days, its tempting to get in the water. Do it safely by following this advice.]]>Thu, 1 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38866Andy TaylorFire appliances from Penzance, Hayle and Truro responded to reports of a shed on fire that was spreading to a fence and trees. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used one hosereel to extinguish the fire by 1915hrs. ]]>Thu, 1 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38868Andy TaylorFirefighters from Tolvaddon attended a road traffic collision involving several vehicles. The fire crews assisted Ambulance and Police by making the scene safe.]]>Thu, 1 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38867Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Bude and one fire appliance from Launceston attended a tractor that was well alight in a farm yard. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used a hosereel to extinguish the fire by 1910hrs.]]>Thu, 1 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38865Adam OliverOne appliance from Tolvaddon Community Fire Station responded to this incident. On arrival a fire involving three disused caravans was discovered. Firefighters used one hose reel jet to extinguish the fire. Arson is suspected as the cause and the Police have been informed. ]]>Tue, 30 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38862Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Launceston, one fire appliance from Callington, one fire appliance from Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service's (DSFRS) Holsworthy Fire Station and an aerial ladder platform from DSFRS Crownhill were mobilised following several 999 calls reporting a fire in a roof. On arrival, the crew from Launceston requested a further fire appliance, which was mobilised from Liskeard. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus quickly knocked down the fire in the roof space of an annex section of a hotel, measuring five metres by thirty metres. Everyone was able to get out of the building and there are no casualties. Fire crews are checking for hotspots using a thermal imaging camera to ensure that the fire has been fully extinguished. They are also helping with salvage to prevent any further damage. Update at 0430hrs: Firefighters have now left the scene. An investigation into the cause of the fire will continue later this morning. ]]>Mon, 29 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38864Andy TaylorFirefighters from St Agnes, Isles of Scilly, responded to domestic flooding inside a property. The crew assisted the occupants to ensure the scene was safe.]]>Mon, 29 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38863Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Truro Community Fire Station attended a report of flooding inside a commercial premises that was affecting electrics. Firefighters assisted by preventing further water ingress and gave advice.]]>Mon, 29 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38861Adam OliverOne appliance from Liskeard and a wholetime Officer responded to this incident. On arrival a two vehicle road traffic collision was discovered. Firefighters assisted to make the scene safe. ]]>Sun, 28 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38860Josh PlowmanAppliances from Penzance, St Ives & a wholetime flexi officer attended a property in Goldsithney where a washing machine was reported on fire. On arrival crews discovered the fire was out on arrival. Crews removed the washing machine to the outside. This is all the information we have at this time. ]]>Fri, 26 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38858Emma MatthewsAt 23:24hrs our Critical Control Centre received a call to report a static caravan on fire in the area of Brea. Appliances from Tolvaddon and Hayle Fire Stations attended the incident. On arrival crews reported the static caravan has been completely destroyed by fire and the fire had spread to an adjacent container. Wearing breathing apparatus firefighters used hosereel jets to extinguish the fire and damp down the caravan. The incident has been handed over to Devon and Cornwall Police and an investigation into the cause of the fire will be completed in due course.]]>Wed, 24 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38857Emma MatthewsAt 1020hrs, fire appliances from St Austell and Bodmin Community Fire Stations responded to a possible fire in a room of an industrial building. Firefighters confirmed that, in fact, there had been a release of a hazardous vapour in a small laboratory. An environmental support vehicle from Saltash and an incident command unit from Launceston attended to support the fire crews. Firefighters wearing gas-tight chemical suits and breathing apparatus assisted site staff in ventilating the room, with advice from onsite specialists and Fire Service hazardous materials advisors. The firefighters have been decontaminated using facilities at the premises and are now returning. The incident has been handed over to the management at the site. Find out more about how we manage hazardous chemical incidents from the link below. ]]>Tue, 23 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38808Adam OliverThere are no further updates to report of at this time. Check back regularly for any future updates. ]]>Sun, 7 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38856Adam OliverTwo appliances from Mevagissey and one appliance from St Austell responded to this incident. On arrival a large fire in the open was discovered. Firefighters used two hose reel jets to extinguish the fire. ]]>Mon, 22 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38855Adam OliverTwo appliances from Torpoint responded to this incident. On arrival a electrical box fire was discovered. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used a hose reel jet to extinguish the fire. Western Power was also in-attendance at this incident. ]]>Mon, 22 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38854Tom MorcomThe Critical Control Centre received several emergency calls beginning at 20:12 to reports of a loud bang and smoke coming from a sub station. Two appliances from Bodmin Community Fire Station were mobilised immediately, along with a wholetime officer for support. Western Power and Devon and Cornwall Police were also requested to assist our crews on scene. On arrival, crews reported smoke issuing from the sub station and used BA to further investigate what was involved. Shortly after, crews confirmed the fire was out on arrival and handed the incident over to Western Power. No further updates are available. ]]>Thu, 18 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38853Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Liskeard, one fire appliance from Lostwithiel and the rescue tender from Bodmin were mobilised to reports of a lorry that had left the road and it was unknown if anyone was inside. Firefighters from Liskeard established that there was no-one trapped and they gave first aid to a casualty until the arrival of the Ambulance service. They also made the scene safe. The fire crews from Lostwithiel and Bodmin were returned. ]]>Thu, 18 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38851Andy TaylorTwo fire appliances from Falmouth and one fire appliance from Truro Community Fire Station attended a report from a postal worker of smoke inside a house. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used two hosereels to extinguish the fire. Electrical engineers from Western Power Distribution were requested to attend, as electrical equipment was involved.]]>Thu, 18 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38852Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Bodmin and one fire appliance from Launceston attended a car that was well alight on the eastbound carriageway of the A30. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used two hosereel jets to extinguish the fire. Police closed the A30 in both directions for a time to allow the firefighters to work safely.]]>Thu, 18 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38850Katherine TakelUpdate 0600 20/7/19 One appliance and a Water Carrier have remained on scene all night monitoring hotspots. ***************************** Update 1500hrs 19/07/19 Two fire appliances remain at the scene with fire crews continuing to use two monitors and two hosereel jets to damp down the fire. The high volume pump is no longer in use and is being made up. Update 0600 19/7/19 Good progress being made, incident will be scaling down further soon. If you are a farmer / agricultural worker, help us to help you reduce the risk of fire by taking a look at our farm fire safety leaflet. Use the fire safety checklist to see what if there is anything you can do to reduce the risk of fire at your farm. A link to the leaflet can be found at the bottom of this update. ***********************************Update at 02:45* After spending 7 hours on scene, crews are making good progress. The incident has now been scaled back to 5 appliances, with the other special appliances remaining on scene. Critical Control is in the process of sorting further crews to attend as relief to firefighters currently in attendance at the scene of the incident. Three roads in the surrounding area are closed at this time and are expected to be for the foreseeable future due to crews requiring access and space to work from. Please try to avoid the immediate vicinity if possible. *************************************** *Update at 22:30* Critical Control received a total of 19 emergency calls and mobilised to a barn fire on Wadebridge Road, Bodmin at 19:17 this evening (18/07/19). There are now seven appliances, four wholetime officers, three water carriers, an aerial ladder platform and a high volume pump in attendance from Bodmin, Wadebridge, Lostwithiel, Padstow, Delabole, Liskeard and Newquay, with a crew from Devon also on scene. In total, there are approximately 60 firefighters on scene at this time. The main barn measures approximately 80 metres by 40 metres and consists of five bays, two of which contain around 1000 bales of hay which firefighters report are well alight. Crews are using hosereel jets to try and prevent the fire from spreading further. All persons are accounted for. Crews request that if you live in the area, please keep windows and doors closed for the duration of the fire while they bring it under control. ]]>Thu, 18 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38847Maggie MooreOne appliance from Liskeard, one from Saltash and one from Lostwithiel Fire Stations and a Flexi Duty Officer attended this incident. There was a fire in the flue of a biomass boiler which had spread to wooden cladding on a surrounding shed. The crew used one main jet to extinguish the fire and also used small gear to cut away back to clean wood on the shed. The cause is accidental.]]>Wed, 17 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38845Maggie MooreOne appliance from St Dennis attended this incident where a vehicle had left the road and landed upside down in an adjacent field. There were no persons trapped and the crew made the vehicle safe, Ambulance and Police were in attendance and the scene was left in the care of the Police.]]>Tue, 16 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38846Maggie MooreOne appliance from Delabole Fire Station attended this incident. There were 2 vehicles involved with 5 casualties suffering minor injuries. Ambulance and Police were in attendance and Fire Service crew made the scene safe.]]>Tue, 16 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38844Andy TaylorFirefighters from St Dennis Community Fire Station used beaters to extinguish an area of 20 metres by 20 metres of high gorse that was alight. Arson is suspected and the Police have been informed.]]>Tue, 16 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38843Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from St Austell Community Fire Station attended and firefighters quickly extinguished a small amount of rubbish that was on fire. Arson is suspected and the Police have been informed.]]>Tue, 16 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38842Andy TaylorTwo fire appliances from Saltash attended a report of a bus fire. Firefighters confirmed that the fire was already out when they arrived and an inspection was made to ensure the scene was safe.]]>Tue, 16 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38841Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Liskeard Community Fire Station attended and the fire crew made the vehicles safe. Ambulance and Police were also in attendance. If further details are required, please contact Devon & Cornwall Police.]]>Tue, 16 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38840Andy TaylorFirefighters from Callington, who were standing by at Launceston, attended a car that was well alight. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used two hosereels to extinguish the fire.]]>Tue, 16 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38839Andy TaylorFour fire appliances from Bodmin, St Austell, St Dennis and Lostwithiel, along with an Aerial Ladder Platform from Newquay and Incident Command Unit from Launceston, attended a fire on the first floor of a four-storey industrial building. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus extinguished the fire and checked the smoke logged building for any fire spread. At 1730hrs, it was confirmed that the fire had been confined to one room and had not spread any further. The last of the fire crews left the scene at 1800hrs. ]]>Tue, 16 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38838Andy TaylorFirefighters from St Dennis used beaters to extinguish a gorse fire measuring an area of 20 metres by 20 metres.]]>Tue, 16 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38837Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from St Austell Community Fire Station was quickly in attendance at a fire involving shrubs. Firefighters used two hosereel jets and beaters to extinguish the fire.]]>Mon, 15 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38836Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Helston Community Fire Station attended a collision between a tractor and plough and telephone cables. The fire crew assessed the incident and a request was made for engineers to attend to deal with the cables. ]]>Mon, 15 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38835Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Wadebridge attended and found that the fire had been extinguished by members of the public.]]>Mon, 15 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38834Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Lostwithiel attended and the crew extinguished a fire involving a mobile generator using one hosereel.]]>Mon, 15 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38833Andy TaylorFirefighters from St Dennis Community Fire Station used beaters to extinguish a gorse fire covering about 30 metres by 30 metres.]]>Mon, 15 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38832Andy TaylorFirefighters from Bude, Delabole and Bodmin attended with Coastguard, Ambulance and Police, an incident on the cliff involving a rock fall. Updates will be made by Devon & Cornwall Police.]]>Mon, 15 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38831Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Looe Community Fire Station attended with Ambulance and Police, a car that was in a precarious position over a railway line, following a road traffic collision. The driver of the vehicle was already out and in care of Ambulance. Firefighters used a winch to remove the vehicle and make the scene safe. Network Rail were informed of the incident and confirmed that no trains were running on the branch line between Liskeard and Looe at that time.]]>Mon, 15 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38830Maggie MooreOne appliance from Tolvaddon Fire Station one appliance from Truro Fire Station and a Flexi Duty Officer were mobilised to this incident. The building was a commercial building used as offices measuring approx. 30m by 8m, a small fire was located in the toilet. The crew used two breathing apparatus, one hosereel and a thermal image camera to deal with the incident. The incident was arson suspected and has been reported to the Police.]]>Sun, 14 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38829Maggie MooreOne appliance from Falmouth Fire Station attended this incident where a small bonfire had spread to a hedge. The crews used two hosereel two extinguish the fire.]]>Sun, 14 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38828Maggie MooreOne appliance and the L4P from Mullion Fire Station attended this incident. It involved a large bonfire that had spread to a hedgerow. The crew used a main jet to extinguish the bonfire and gave the owner safety advice.]]>Sun, 14 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38827Maggie MooreOne appliance and the L4P from Padstow Fire Station along with a Flexi Duty Officer attended the rescue of a male in a wheelchair who had become stuck on the rocks at St Saviours Point. The Fire and Rescue Service worked with the Coastguard, Lifeboat, Harbourmaster and local ferry company to bring the casualty safely to shore unharmed. There are no further details for this incident.]]>Sat, 13 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38826Tom MorcomAfter receiving several 999 calls at 01:28, the Critical Control Centre mobilised 3 appliances from St Austell and St Dennis as well as a wholetime officer for support. Firefighters wore breathing apparatus and used hosereel jets and main jets to extinguish the fire in the garage, which measured approximately 6 metres by 6 metres. The fire is now fully extinguished and a fire investigation will take police today to establish the cause of the fire. No further updates are available. ]]>Sat, 13 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38825Adam OliverThree appliances from Tolvaddon and Hayle are in attendance at a gorse fire which has started as a result of spreading from a controlled burning. Firefighters are tackling a 300 metre front of high gorse, crews are using 3 hose reel jets and one main jet. Water is being shuttled from a near by hydrant and from a stream using a light portable pump. At 22:59 crews were making steady progress using two main jets and two hose reel jets. Crews will re attend scene early on Saturday morning to check for hotspots. ]]>Thu, 11 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38824Jenna GendallFive firefighters on one appliance from Tolvaddon attended a call to smoke seen in the distance. On investigation crews found a derelict out house measuring 4 x 2 metres alight. Firefighters used one hose reel and a main jet on the fire. The fire was believed to have been started deliberately, Devon and Cornwall Police have been informed of this incident. ]]>Thu, 11 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38823Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Saltash and one fire appliance from Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue's Camels Head Fire Station attended a fire involving a chip pan. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus entered the premises and confirmed that the fire was out. Ambulance attended for an occupant suffering smoke inhalation. For advice on how to prevent a fire in your home, please follow the link below.]]>Thu, 11 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38822Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Bodmin, that was standing by at St Austell, attended a fire involving a hedge. Firefighters used one hosereel to extinguish the fire that had been started deliberately. ]]>Thu, 11 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38821Adam OliverTwo appliances from St Austell, one appliance from Bodmin, one water carrier from Liskeard along with a Whole time Officer are in attendance at a large fire in the open. Good progress is being made. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus are using a hose reel jet and main jet to extinguish the fire. Crews monitored the scene and checked for hot spots. This incident has been classed as accidental. ]]>Wed, 10 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38820Jenna GendallFive firefighters on one appliance from Bude attended a call to a wheelie bin on fire on a caravan park. Staff from the caravan park had extinguished the fire on crews arrival, firefighters used one hose reel jet to extinguish hot spots and damp down within the bin before leaving scene. ]]>Wed, 10 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38819Jenna GendallFive firefighters on one appliance from Tolvaddon attended a call to a small fire in some trees off of Rectory road. Firefighters used a water pack and a bucket to extinguish the fire.]]>Wed, 10 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38818Helen KnightAt 1304 today Critical Control received a call from Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service, asking for assistance at a field fire. Two appliances from Bude Community Fire Station attended and assisted Devon crews to extinguish the fire. For any further information on this incident contact Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service.]]>Tue, 9 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38817Maggie MooreTwo appliances from Penzance Fire Station and a Flexi Duty Officer attended this incident. It involved a small outbuilding approx. 2m by 6m which was well alight. The crew used two breathing apparatus, one hosereel to extinguish the fire. The cause of the fire was accidental and confined.]]>Mon, 8 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38815Jenna GendallFive fire fighters on one appliance from Tolvaddon attended a call to a car on fire on Weeth road. Firefighters used two breathing apparatus and two hose reels to extinguish the fire. ]]>Mon, 8 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38816Jenna GendallFive firefighters on one appliance from Bodmin attended a call to 3 square metres of hay on fire. Crews used one hose reel to extinguish the fire. ]]>Mon, 8 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38814Tom MorcomAt 08:29 a crew from St Austell Community Fire Station was mobilised to Barkers Green in St Austell following reports of smoke being sighted in the area. Crews located a small fire in a wooded area consisting of cardboard and waste products and used one hosereel jet and beaters to fight the fire. Crews extinguished the fire and left the scene. No further updates available. ]]>Mon, 8 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38813Jenna GendallFour appliances from Truro, Falmouth and Tolvaddon attended a call to a flat on fire with the occupant suspected to be inside. On crews arrival crews confirmed that the property has 'Smoke Issuing', all persons were accounted for however. The flat measured 6 x 4 metres and crews initially used two breathing apparatus, one hose reel and a thermal imaging camera. Crews requested an Ambulance to treat a casualty suffering smoke inhalation. At 16:20 crews were using four breathing apparatus, two hose reels on the fire. Once the fire was confirmed out crews ventilated the property and checked the roof space. ]]>Sun, 7 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38812Jenna GendallSix firefighters from Mullion attended a request from Police to a distressed dog locked in a car. Firefighters taped up a window before breaking the window had to break the window of the vehicle to release the dog. Using a thermal imaging camera crews recorded the temperature in the care was recording as 34 degrees Celsius. The Springer spaniel was left in the care of National Trust officers and this incident is being investigated by Devon and Cornwall Police. ]]>Sun, 7 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38811Tom MorcomAt 12:45, the Critical Control Centre received numerous 999 calls informing them of a car on fire on the A30 between Hayle and Camborne. Two appliances from Hayle and Tolvaddon were mobilised. Crews used breathing apparatus and hosereel jets to extinguish the blaze. Crews then ensured the vehicle was safe before leaving the scene in the hands of Devon and Cornwall Police. No further updates are available for this incident. ]]>Sun, 7 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38810Jenna GendallFive firefighters on one appliance from Looe assisted Ambulance with the extrication of a patient from a property. Firefighters used small tools to help allow egress from the property, the patient was then taken to Hospital via Air Ambulance. ]]>Sun, 7 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38809Tom MorcomAt 06:51 the Critical Control Centre received a call informing them of a Road Traffic Collision (RTC) on the A30 near Tolvaddon. An appliance and rescue tender from Tolvaddon were immediately mobilised, along with a wholetime officer for support. Crews liaised with South Western Ambulance Service and extricated a casualty from the car. The casualty is now in the care of the Ambulance Service. Our crews have now left the scene and no further updates are available. ]]>Sun, 7 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38807Laura HeskethAt 1534 the Critical Control Centre received a call to state that there was a fire at an Imerys site in the China Clay Works. Crews from St Austell, Saltash and Launceston were mobilised along with two officers. Once on scene crews confirmed there was a fire and were using two hose real jets to extinguish the fire. At 1816 crews have begun to leave the scene. Crews will remain on scene for 30 minutes to monitor the scene.]]>Sat, 6 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38806Ian OliverOn receipt of this call one appliance from Bodmin was mobilised, on arrival the crew found a single vehicle well alight, firefighters wearing breathing apparatus extinguished the fire using hosereel jets. Arson was suspected. Devon & Cornwall Police were in attendance.]]>Sat, 6 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38805Maggie MooreOne appliance from Bodmin Community Fire Station attended a straw chopper on fire which had spread to four large bales of hay. The crews used two hosereels in use to extinguish the fire.]]>Fri, 5 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38804Maggie MooreAt 1314hrs hours this morning Critical Control received a call for a car fire. One crew from Tolvaddon Community Fire Station attended the incident. Crew members wore breathing apparatus and used hosereels to extinguish the fire. ]]>Fri, 5 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38803Helen KnightA call was received at 0539 to a road traffic collision involving 1 vehicle. Crews from Liskeard Community Fire Station attended the incident. On arrival it was confirmed that there were no persons in the vehicle and crews proceeded to make the vehicle safe. There is no further information on this incident]]>Fri, 5 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38802Helen KnightAt 0200 hours this morning Critical Control received a call for a car fire. One crew from Bodmin Community Fire Station attended the incident. Crew members wore breathing apparatus and used hosereels to extinguish the fire.]]>Fri, 5 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38801Helen KnightAt 2054 hrs Critical Control received over 45 calls to an area of gorse on fire in the sand dunes at Perranporth. Crews from Perranporth and Newquay attended and extinguished the Fire using beaters.]]>Fri, 5 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38800Ian OliverOne appliance from Penzance attended this incident which involved twenty square metres of embankment, which was extinguished using a high pressure hosereel. The branch line between St. Erth and St. Ives was closed while crews were in proximity of the line.]]>Thu, 4 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38798Ian OliverOne appliance from Bodmin dealt with a couple of fires on the Bodmin & Wenford Railway track, the fires were extinguished using a back pack sprayer. The train service was suspended while the crew were in the vicinity of the track.]]>Thu, 4 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38799Ian OliverOne appliance from Penzance attended this incident, which involved two vehicles, crews proceeded to make the vehicles safe and assisted colleagues from Devon & Police, who were in attendance, with traffic control.]]>Thu, 4 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38797Ian OliverBoth appliances from Tolvaddon attended this incident, which involved 100 square metres of cut hay, the fire was extinguished using a high pressure hosereel, pitch forks and beaters.]]>Thu, 4 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38796Ian OliverAppliances from Lostwithiel and Bodmin attended this incident which involved a shed, the fire was extinguished by firefighters wearing breathing apparatus using a high pressure hosereel.]]>Wed, 3 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38794Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Truro Community Fire Station attended and firefighters used one hosereel jet to extinguish the fire. Arson is suspected and Devon & Cornwall Police have been informed.]]>Tue, 2 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38795Andy TaylorTwo fire appliances from Tolvaddon Community Fire Station attended a report of smoke issuing from a derelict building. Firefighters quickly extinguished a small fire involving rags. Arson is suspected and Devon & Cornwall Police have been informed.]]>Tue, 2 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38792Katherine TakelAppliances from Helston, Penzance and Tolvaddon attended a call to a fire in a property at 13:30 today. On arrival the crew confirmed there was a fire in the bedroom of the cottage and used breathing apparatus and a hose reel to enter the property and extinguish the flames. Firefighters checked the adjoining property for fire spread using a thermal imaging camera and ladder. One appliance from Helston is currently remaining on scene monitoring for any hot spots. ]]>Sun, 30 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38793Katherine TakelAt 0907 Critical Control received a call from a member of public who had heard a smoke detector sounding in his neighbours property. On investigating, the neighbour smelt smoke and called The Fire Service. Twelve firefighters riding appliances from Liskeard and Looe, as well as a wholetime officer were mobilised to the address in St Keyne. On arrival the crew confirmed the room was heavily smoke logged and there had been a fire on the cooker hob which had actuated the alarm. Firefighters confirmed the fire was out and ventilated the room using a positive pressure fan. For more information regarding smoke detectors, follow the link below.]]>Sun, 30 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38791Tom MorcomHaving received a call to a potential residential fire at 09:07, the Critical Control Centre mobilised two appliances from Liskeard and Looe, as well as a wholetime officer, to an address in St Keyne. When on scene, firefighters reported a hob fire that was out on arrival and ventilated the property. No further updates are available. ]]>Sun, 30 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38790Mark PhilpottAt 2203 hrs Critical Control received a 999 call stating that there was the smell of smoke from a neighbouring flat. Critical control mobilised appliances from Callington, Liskeard, Saltash & a whole time flexi duty officer. On arrival crews confirmed that there was a small fire on the hob. Crews used 2 sets breathing apparatus to extinguish the fire.]]>Sat, 29 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38789Mark PhilpottAt 1420 Critical control received a 999 call from the Police stating they required our attendance at a road traffic collision in the White Cross Area. Appliances from Newquay, St Dennis, Bodmin & a wholetime flexi duty officer were mobilised. On arrival crews stated that a person was medically trapped after colliding with an electricity pylon. Crews extricated the casualty and handed them over to the ambulance service for further treatment. Western Power and also the police were in attendance. The incident was handed over to police. This is all the information we currently have at this time.]]>Wed, 26 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=38788Megan VigoAt 11:21 this morning the Critical Control mobilised two appliances from St Just and one appliance from Penzance, along with a Whole time Officer. On arrival crews discovered a small fire. One CO2 extinguisher and two thermal imaging cameras were used to extinguish the fire. Fires happen when you least expect them, often during the night. They also spread very quickly, damaging property, killing and injuring people. A smoke alarm is a warning device that detects smoke at the earliest stages of a fire. When it detects a fire, it will make a piercing noise to alert or wake you. Find out more about the different types of Smoke alarms and how to install and maintain them from our website: ]]>Wed, 26 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37788John RickardOur Critical Control Centre has been busy overnight. During the early evening a crew from Newquay Fire Station attended a possible car fire near Summercourt, luckily the crew were quickly able to identify the car was just over heating and gave the driver advice. Crews from Helston, Falmouth and Bodmin were mobilized to assist our colleagues from the Ambulance service gain entry into properties in their respective towns. A crew from Falmouth Fire Station were also mobilized to the Stithians area after a report of smoke seen. This was found to be a bonfire, please remember to notify our Critical Control Centre if you're having a bonfire or controlled burn. For more information please use the link below...]]>Wed, 26 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37787Josh PlowmanAt 02:45 this morning, Critical Control received the first of multiple calls to a car on fire in the Helston area. Two appliances were initially mobilised to this incident. A few minutes later, more calls were received stating further vehicles were on fire in the nearby vicinity. Fire appliances from The Lizard and surrounding area attended.]]>Tue, 25 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37786Jenna GendallFive firefighters on one appliance from Liskeard attended a call to a car on fire, crews used one hose reel jet and a Thermal imaging camera to extinguish the fire.]]>Mon, 24 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37785Jenna GendallTwenty two firefighters on four appliances from Helston, Mullion and Tolvaddon, along with three crew on the Red Cross Emergency Response vehicle were mobilised to a property where it was reported the fire alarms were sounding and the occupant was collapsed in the property. Wearing two breathing apparatus crews entered the property with a thermal imaging camera and a hose reel jet, a safety jet was also in use. In the domestic property Firefighters found a casualty collapsed behind a door. Crews administered oxygen to the casualty until the arrival of Ambulance Paramedics. Firefighters used one hose reel and one safety jet to extinguish the fire.]]>Mon, 24 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37784Jenna GendallFive Firefighters on one appliance from Tolvaddon attended a call to a chimney fire reported by a passer by. The occupant of the property was out on crews arrival, access to the property was gained to the first floor of the building using a short extension ladder. Firefighters extinguished the chimney fire using chimney rods and a bucket, a 13.5 metre ladder was used to access the top of the chimney. A thermal imaging camera was used to confirm the fire had been cleared. ]]>Sat, 22 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37783Jenna GendallTwelve firefighters on two appliances from St Keverne and Mullion attended a call to a fire in an oil fired oven in a property. The property fire was extinguished on crews arrival by the occupant using a fire extinguisher. Firefighters confirmed the fire was out and made the scene safe before returning to station. ]]>Sat, 22 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37782Jenna GendallFive Firefighters on one appliance from Penzance attended a call to a kitchen fire. On crews arrival crews confirmed there had been a fire in cooker which was out. A positive pressure ventilation fan was used to clear smoke from the property. ]]>Sat, 22 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37781Megan VigoAt 19:49 the Critical Control Centre mobilised one appliance from Bude to reports of hay bales on fire in a field. One appliance from Holsworthy also attended the incident. On arrival crews discovered six large hay bales, well alight. Two Hose Reel Jets were used to extinguish the fire and a Thermal Imaging Camera was used to check for hotspots. ]]>Fri, 21 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37780Maggie MooreTwo appliances from Launceston Fire Station attended this incident. A bbq had been disposed in a bin and caught fire then spread to the garage. The crews used hosereel and breathing apparatus to extinguish the fire and prevent it spreading further. The incident was accidental.]]>Fri, 21 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37779Dan CallaghanCornwall Fire and Rescue Service assisted ambulance paramedics to recover a girl who had reportedly fallen 20 feet from a rope swing, sustaining injuries to her back and arm]]>Fri, 21 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37778Jenna GendallFive firefighters on one appliance from Newquay attended a call to a car on fire in a carpark off of Tregurrian road. The vehicle was well alight on the crews arrival, two breathing apparatus and two hose reel jets. ]]>Fri, 21 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37777Jenna GendallFive Firefighters on one appliance from Newquay attended a call to a young child who had become locked in a hot car. The chile was rescued from the vehicle unharmed by Firefighters using small tools to gain access.]]>Fri, 21 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37776Megan VigoAt 18:59 this evening the Critical Control Centre mobilised one appliance from Penzance, Hayle and an officer to reports of a kitchen fire. On arrival crews discovered one domestic bungalow, ten meters by 5 meters with the kitchen well alight. Firefighters used two Breathing Apparatus and one Hose Reel Jet to extinguish the fire. Crews remained on scene monitoring for hotspots and removed a tumble dryer and washing machine from the property. Tumble dryers and washing machines contain powerful motors with fast moving parts that get very hot. If you do not clean and maintain your machine, excess fluff or lint can build up over time and catch fire. Remember to: • Always read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions before using your dryer • Never leave your appliance unattended or running overnight • Never overload your washing machine or dryer or put items in that have been used to soak up flammable liquids • Keep your dryer well ventilated ensuring the vent pipe is kink free, not blocked or crushed in any way • Clean the filter in your dryer after every use • Have your dryer serviced regularly by a qualified engineer • Don't ignore the warning signs • Does your tumble dryer smell of burning? • Are your clothes taking longer to dry? • Do the clothes feel hotter at the end of the cycle? • Does the external vent flap stay shut when the dryer is on? • If you notice any of the above, clean the filter and check the vent pipe immediately. For more information visit our website which also has information on product recalls:]]>Thu, 20 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37774Adam OliverTwo appliances from Bude Community Fire Station and a Officer responded to this incident. On arrival a fire was discovered in the ground floor of the property. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used one hose reel jet and a thermal imaging camera to extinguish the fire. There are not other details available for this incident. ]]>Thu, 20 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37773Jack WattsCritical Control received a call to a property fire at 13:38. 2 Appliances from Penzance Community Fire Station, 1 Appliance from Hayle Emergency Services Community Station and 2 Officers were sent to deal with the incident. On arrival crews found a fire located in the kitchen. Firefighters wearing Breathing Apparatus and using a Hose Reel and CO2 Extinguisher extinguished the fire.]]>Wed, 19 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37772Mark PhilpottAt 0026 hrs Critical Control received several 999 calls stating that there was a fire at a hotel in Mousehole. Appliances from Penzance, St Just as well as a wholetime flexi officer were mobilised. On arrival crews relayed a message that there was smoke issuing and "Make Pumps 4". A further appliance from Hayle, operational support vehicle from Falmouth and the incident control unit from St Just were mobilised. Crews used multiple breathing apparatus sets, hose reel jets to extinguish the fire. 12 guests at the hotel were evacuated safely and relocated to a neighboring hotel. The fire was contained to the kitchen area and a fire investigation team will be attending later on this morning. This is all the information we currently have at this time. ]]>Tue, 18 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37771Ian OliverAppliances from Wadebridge and Bodmin were mobilised on receipt of this call, on arrival the crews found a fire in the kitchen of a three storey end of terrace house, the fire was extinguished by firefighters wearing breathing apparatus using a high pressure hosereel jet.]]>Sun, 16 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37770Ian OliverOn receipt of this call, appliances from Launceston and Bude were mobilised, on arrival crews found a smoldering fire in a barn measuring thirty by thirty metres, firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used two high pressure hosereel jets to extinguish the fire, crews assisted in removing bales of hay not affected while the area was damped down and hot spots were extinguished.]]>Sun, 16 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37769Katherine TakelAn appliance from Helston and a further one from Penzance attended a call to a fire in a property at midday today. On arrival the crew confirmed that there was a fire in the kitchen of a bungalow. Firefighters used two breathing apparatus and one hose reel to extinguish the fire. One dog was also rescued from the property.]]>Fri, 14 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37768Maggie MooreOne appliance from Newquay Fire Station attended this incident. On arrival crews found two cars well alight the crew used two breathing apparatus sets and two hosereel jets to extinguish the fire. The incident was suspected arson it was therefore handed over to the Police.]]>Fri, 14 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37767Maggie MooreOne appliance from St Austell Fire Station attended this incident. On arrival crews found a car well alight the crew used two breathing apparatus sets and two hosereel jets to extinguish the fire. The incident was then handed over to the Police who were in attendance and clear of the highway was also arranged.]]>Thu, 13 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37766Josh PlowmanUpon receiving a call reporting smoke issuing from the cellar of a hotel, three major appliances from St Mawes and Truro, a 4x4 from St Mawes and a wholetime officer were immediately mobilised. On arrival, crews confirmed smoke was issuing from the four storey building and two firefighters in breathing apparatus were deployed with a hose reel jet to investigate. The crew confirmed the cause was a small electrical fault.]]>Mon, 10 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37765Josh PlowmanFirefighters from Tolvaddon Community Fire Station wearing breathing apparatus used one hose reel jet and small tools to extinguish a small fire within a garage involving an electrical box.]]>Mon, 10 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37764Mark PhilpottAt 0459hrs Critical Control received a 999 call stating a heavy metal gazebo had blown onto a glass roof of a property. 1 appliance from St Ives was mobilised and on arrival they used general purpose lines to secure the gazebo and make it safe. That is all the information we currently have at this time.]]>Mon, 10 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37763Emma MatthewsAt 13:39 this afternoon the Critical Control Centre received an emergency call from the Ambulance, regarding a road traffic collision. Appliances from Truro and the Rescue Tender from Tolvaddon were mobilised to the incident, along with a Wholetime Officer. On arrival, crews discovered a single vehicle that had collided with a lamp post. Firefighters made the vehicle safe and liaised with Police and Ambulance on scene. ]]>Sun, 9 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37762Adam OliverOne appliance from Bodmin Community Fire Station responded to this incident. On arrival a single vehicle road traffic collision was discovered. Firefighters assisted to make the vehicle safe. ]]>Sun, 9 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37761Jenna GendallFour appliances from St Dennis and St Austell attended a call to a property fire where the caller requested fire and then abandoned the call. The property measured 4 x 4 metres, crews used two breathing apparatus, 1 hose reel jet and a thermal imaging camera. One casualty suffering from smoke inhalation was treated on scene by Ambulance Paramedics.]]>Sat, 8 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37760Dan CallaghanOne appliance from Helston attended to extinguish a hedge fire near Porthleven skate park, this evening. ]]>Sat, 8 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37759Dan CallaghanA Jack Russell Spaniel cross was rescued from a rabbit hole by fire crews using small tools this evening. ]]>Sat, 8 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37758Josh PlowmanWe attended a property at West Lane, Delabole, following reports of a chimney fire, caused by a large birds nest within the chimney. Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service extinguished the fire using chimney rods and a stirrup pump.]]>Sat, 8 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37757Janice JamesFire crews from Wadebridge, Delabole and Bodmin Community Fire Stations and an Officer attended a road traffic collision with one person trapped. Fire crews stabilised the vehicle, to be able to safely rescue the casualty from the vehicle. The casualty was being cared for by the ambulance service and the incident was left in the hands of the police. ]]>Fri, 7 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37756Laura HeskethAt 1609 the Critical Control Centre received a call to state that a vehicle had collided with a wall and was located down a bank. Appliances from St Columb Major, Bodmin and Padstow were mobilised. Crews made the vehicle safe and released one person from the vehicle.]]>Thu, 6 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37755Janice JamesA fire appliance from Penzance Community Fire Station was mobilised to a car on fire in a field. On arrival the crew found the car to be well alight and firefighters wearing breathing apparatus and using two hosereels extinguished the fire. The fire is believed to be arson at this time and incident has been left with the police.]]>Thu, 6 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37754Jenna GendallOne appliance from Tolvaddon attended a call to a car on fire. The fire was out on crews arrival, the vehicle was made safe by the Fire service and moved to a safe location.]]>Wed, 5 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37753Jenna GendallOne appliance from Tolvaddon attended a call to a deep seated fire covering 4 x 3 metres. Crews used one hose reel to extinguish the fire.]]>Wed, 5 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37752Maggie MooreTwo appliances from Falmouth Community Fire Station attended reports of a caravan fire. On arrival the crew found a caravan well alight and used one main jet, one hosereel and two breathing apparatus to extinguish the fire. The caravan was used for storage only and was not a residential property. There are no further details for this incident.]]>Tue, 4 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37751Emma MatthewsFire Crews from Penzance and Helston Community Fire Stations and two Fire Officers attended a call to a property fire. On arrival crews made pumps 3. They found a fire on the first floor, where firefighters wearing four breathing apparatus and using a hosereel extinguished the fire]]>Mon, 3 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37750Megan VigoAt 11:36 this morning the Critical Control Centre mobilised two appliances from Truro, along with the Water Rescue Units from St Austell, Falmouth and Penzance. On arrival crews discovered one person stuck up to their knees in mud, approximately 15 feet from shore. Firefighters used a long reach pole and sling to remove the individual. ]]>Sat, 1 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37749Tom MorcomThe Critical Control Centre received 17 calls in total to this incident. Initially, crews were mobilised to a car fire but as soon as the first crew arrived, it was apparent that this had spread to the adjacent residential building and a request for further assistance was made from crews on scene. In total, 4 appliances from Perranporth, Tolvaddon and Newquay were mobilised, along with 2 wholetime officers for support. Crews, using breathing apparatus, extinguished the fire using hosereel jets. The fire is now fully extinguished and a fire investigation is underway to establish the initial cause of the fire. No further updates are available at this time. ]]>Sat, 1 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37748Jenna GendallEleven firefighters on two appliances from Tolvaddon attended a call to a caravan on fire. On crews arrival they confirmed the structure was well alight made a request for 'Pumps 3' and a further appliance from Perranporth was mobilised to scene. Crews used two hose reels, four breathing apparatus and one main jet on the fire. ]]>Thu, 30 May 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37747John RickardFire appliances from Bude, Holsworthy (Devon), Hartland (Devon) and Delabole are responding to a property that is well alight. Update 1540hrs: A detached two-storey property, measuring approximately 8 metres by 10 metres is fully involved in fire. Firefighters are working hard with a hosereel jet and and a main jet to extinguish the fire. Water is being pumped from the River Neet and further supplies are being established. The roads around the area will be needed for fire appliances, so please stay away. Police are en-route to assist with road closures. ** Update @ 16:45 ** The incident commander has requested a further two appliances to support this incident due to limited water supplies in the area. Also a water carrier from Wadebridge Fire Station is also in attendance. ** Update 18:30 ** 6 pumping appliances are still on scene at this incident working to extinguish the fire. Appliances include Bude, Holsworthy (Devon), Hartland (Devon), Delabole and Launceston. With supporting vehicles from St Just, Wadebridge, St Austell, St Dennis and Saltash. Three officers and our engineering workshops team are also in attendance. ** Update 20:30 ** This incident is now being scaled back to two appliances. A structural surveyor is attending the scene to assess the safety of the building. Police are remaining on scene to maintain a cordon. **Update 08:00 01/06/2019** 2 appliances still remain on scene damping down and turning over. ** Update @ 12:40 01/06/19 ** All appliances and officers have left the incident ground. All persons have been accounted for and the first stage of a fire investigation has taken place. The incident has been handed over to Devon and Cornwall Police.]]>Thu, 30 May 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37746Janice JamesTwo Fire Appliance from Truro Community Fire Station were mobilised to a call of fire in a property. Firefighters using a thermal imaging camera, wearing breathing apparatus extinguished a small fire using a hand held fire extinguisher. ]]>Thu, 30 May 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37745Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Newquay Community Fire Station attended a road traffic collision to make the scene safe. ]]>Wed, 29 May 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37744Mark PhilpottAt 1249 Critical Control received a 999 call stating that there was a fire inside their property. One appliance from Tolvaddon and one from Hayle were mobilised. On arrival the crews discovered a fire in the airing cupboard and used breathing apparatus, 1 hose reel jet and a CO2 extinguisher to extinguish the fire. Crews also isolated the power to the property. This is all the information we have at this time. ]]>Wed, 29 May 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37743Mark PhilpottCrews are in attendance to rescue a cat that is trapped on a bridge support and has been for some days. Crew from Saltash, 2 technical rescue officers and the RSPCA are in attendance. Crews are using a 135 ladder attempting to rescue the cat. ]]>Tue, 28 May 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37742Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Perranporth Community Fire Station attended a report of smoke in a kitchen. Firefighters inspected and confirmed that a fire involving a microwave oven was already out. The fire crew assisted the occupants by ventilating the property. For advice on how to prevent a fire in your home, please follow the link below:]]>Tue, 28 May 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37741Janice JamesFire Crews from Tolvaddon and Penzance Community Fire Stations attended a fire involving a garage. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus extinguished the fire using a hosereel jet. ]]>Mon, 27 May 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37740Janice JamesAt 09.50 Critical Control received multiple emergency calls to a café on fire in the Falmouth area. Initially two fire appliances from Falmouth Community Fire Station and two Officers attended the incident where they found the roof of the building fully involved in fire. Fire crews attempted to extinguish the fire using four breathing apparatus, a main jet and hosereel. Update @10.15 - Make pumps four request was received and further fire crews from Truro and Helston Community Fire Stations were mobilised along with specialist appliances from St Just and St Austell Community Fire Stations. Update @ 12.15 - incident has now been scaled down and one appliance from Falmouth Community Fire Station is still in attendance damping down and monitoring the incident. A Fire Investigation Team is currently in attendance establishing the cause of the fire. ]]>Mon, 27 May 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37739Megan VigoAt 05:41 the Critical Control Centre mobilised one appliance from St Dennis, St Columb and an Officer to a residential fire. On arrival crews discovered one semi detached property, with smoke issuing from the ground floor kitchen. Firefighters used two Breathing Apparatus and one Hose Reel Jet to extinguish the fire. Positive Pressure Ventilation was used to ventilate the property. Follow these simple tips found from the link below to help keep your kitchen safe. ]]>Mon, 27 May 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37738Ian OliverSt. Keverne were mobilised and on arrival found a gorse fire burning over a 100 metre front, further resources from Helston attended, the fire was fanned by strong winds, Crews used hosereels and beaters to extinguish.]]>Sun, 26 May 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37737Megan VigoAt 10:07 this morning the Critical Control Centre received an emergency call, regarding a smell of burning coming from a building in Nanpean. Appliances from St Austell, Newquay and a Whole-time Officer were immediately mobilised. On arrival, crews confirmed that there was a strong smell of electrical burning and ensured utilities were isolated. Firefighters used two Breathing Apparatus and a Thermal Imaging Camera to investigate. The fire was confirmed as accidental and caused by a short circuit. Electricity is often overlooked as a possible fire hazard. This may be because there is no flame. However, some 28,000 fires in the home are reported each year as being caused by electrical faults, accidents or misuse of electrical equipment. Did you know the average success rate of an electrical product recall in the UK is just 10-20%. This means that there are potentially millions of recalled electrical items still in UK homes. As most of these products have been recalled because they offer a risk of electric shock or electrical fire, they present a serious risk. If you have recently brought an electrical appliance make sure you register them at www.registermyappliance.org.uk so you know about any repairs or recalls. Visit the link below for more information and guidance around electrical fire safety. ]]>Sat, 25 May 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37736Josh PlowmanA crew from Bodmin responded to a reported vehicle fire on the A30. On arrival, a car was discovered to be on fire. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus extinguished the blaze using 2 hose reel jets. Anyone with information on fires being deliberately started are advised to anonymously call Crimestoppers free on 0800 555 111 or contact Devon and Cornwall Police on 101 with information. If you have any information about any arson fire - call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111]]>Sat, 25 May 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37735Josh PlowmanA crew from Tolvaddon responded to a reported chimney fire. Firefighters used chimney rods and a stirrup pump to extinguish the fire.]]>Sat, 25 May 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37734Josh PlowmanA crew from Helston responded to a reported chimney fire. Firefighters used a triple extension ladder, a roof ladder and a hose reel jet to extinguish the fire.]]>Sat, 25 May 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37733Josh PlowmanOn receipt of a call stating a vehicle had left the road and had collided with a wall, a crew from Tolvaddon were mobilised to attend. Firefighters made the scene safe and administered first aid until the arrival of an Ambulance.]]>Sat, 25 May 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37732Mark PhilpottCritical Control received a call stating that there was a skip on fire on Fistral Beach. Appliances from Newquay and Perranporth attended and used breathing apparatus and 2 hose reel jets to extinguish the fire.]]>Thu, 23 May 2019 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=37731Mark PhilpottThere have been no incidents of note to report overnight.]]>Thu, 23 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT