News Items published by the Cornwall Fire and Rescue ServiceengabLibrary RSS Component v1.0Tue, 15 Jul 2025 20:34:40 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50410Josh PlowmanOne appliance from Bodmin was mobilised to reports of a bonfire that had spread to a fence. Further calls reported the fire had spread to a garage and neighbouring property. A second appliance from Lostwithiel was mobilised. Firefighters used breathing apparatus and hose reel jets to extinguish the fire.]]>Mon, 14 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50411Josh PlowmanOne major appliance and one light 4x4 appliance from Wadebridge were mobilised to this incident. Approximately 20 square metres of scrub was found smouldering. The fire was extinguished using a hose reel jet.]]>Mon, 14 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50409Josh PlowmanOne appliance from Bodmin was mobilised to this incident. A log pile and quantity of wood chips was alight. A second appliance from St Austell was requested for water supplies as the fire had spread to a hedge and other piles. Two hose reels jets were used to cool the main pile and extinguish the rest of the fire.]]>Mon, 14 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50381Adam OliverThere have been no incidents of note since the last posting. Incident details will be updated as and when they become available.]]>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50407Rachel GraySeveral calls were taken by Fire Control in the early hours of this morning reporting an area of hedgerow and shrubbery alight in the gardens at Newlyn. A crew from Penzance attended and extinguished the fire using 1 hose reel. Police have been notified that arson is suspected.]]>Sun, 13 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50406Josh BourneCornwall Fire and Rescue Service have received multiple 999 calls to a report of a fire involving a combine harvester which has spread to adjacent fields. Appliances from Liskeard, Lostwithiel, Callington and Bodmin are currently in attendance, along with Water Carriers from Liskeard and Wadebridge. A Station Manager and Group Manager are also in attendance. Due to the proximity of the fire to the railway, the Cornish Mail Line has been closed and all trains stopped in both directions. This is necessary for the safety of the the travelling public and railway staff. A Rail Incident Officer from Network Rail is currently in attendance liaising with the fire service and the line will be re-opened as soon as it is safe to do so. ]]>Sat, 12 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50408Josh PlowmanThree appliances from Bodmin, Launceston and Wadebridge attended this incident. Firefighters extinguished the car fire using breathing apparatus and hose reel jets.]]>Sun, 13 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50405Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Launceston, one fire appliance from Callington, one fire appliance from Delabole, a water carrier from Liskeard and a light off road pump from Wadebridge are in attendance at a fire involving a field containing approximately fifteen large hay bales. Firefighters are preventing the fire spreading to two neighbouring properties, which have been evacuated as a precaution. The incident is still ongoing and updates will be added, as more information becomes available.]]>Fri, 11 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50404Andy TaylorOne fire appliance and the water carrier from Liskeard, and one fire appliance from Torpoint attended a fire involving a hay baler and field containing cut and baled hay. Approximately twenty bales and five acres of field were involved and firefighters, some wearing breathing apparatus, ussed hosereels to extinguish the fire. The fire crews were detained for some time dampening down, with the last crew leaving the scene at 1500hrs.]]>Fri, 11 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50403Adam Oliver Appliances from Delabole and Wadebridge responded to this incident. On arrival a fire involving a tractor was discovered. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus sets used hose reel jets to extinguish the fire. ]]>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50402Adam OliverAppliances from Falmouth, Truro, and Tolvaddon, along with a water carrier from Helston are in attendance at this incident. On arrival a fire involving an agricultural building was discovered. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus sets are using hose reel jets and a main jet to extinguish the fire. Update at 15:30 HRS Five pumping appliances (from Falmouth, Tolvaddon, and Truro) are in attendance along with the water carrier from Helston. Good progress is being made and firefighters wearing breathing apparatus sets are working to extinguish the fire. ]]>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50400Sarah LynhamAn appliance from Mevagissey Community Fire Station responded to a call reporting a van on fire. On arrival the crew found the vehicle well alight and the fire had spread to the adjacent hedge. The crew used two breathing apparatus and one hose reel jet to extinguish the fire. ]]>Mon, 7 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50398Sarah LynhamAn Appliance from St Austell Community Fire Station attended to a report of a two vehicle collision with persons trapped inside. On arrival the crew moved one of the vehicles in order to release the persons. Police and Ambulance were also in attendance. ]]>Mon, 7 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50399Sarah LynhamAn appliance from Newquay Community Fire Station attended to multiple reports of a fire in the open. On arrival the crew used two hose reel jets and beaters to extinguish the fire. ]]>Mon, 7 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50397Jenna GendallOne crew from Bude attended a call to a report of a fire in a residential property. On crews arrival they confirmed there had been a fire in the ground floor of a residential premise and the fire was believed extinguished. Firefighters used two breathing apparatus, with a hose reel and thermal imaging camera to check and damp down any hotspots. One male was checked on scene by paramedics. There are no more details available on this incident at this time. ]]>Mon, 7 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50396Jenna GendallOne crew from St Just attended a call to a fire in an area of scrubland measuring 2 x 2 metres. Firefighters used one hose reel jet to extinguish the fire. On inspection it is believed that this fire was caused by a discarded cigarette. ]]>Mon, 7 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50395Jenna GendallOne crew from St Austell attended a call to a child who had become locked in a car. Firefighters released the child, no damaged was made to the vehicle. ]]>Mon, 7 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50394Josh BourneAt around 19:02 Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service began receiving multiple 999 calls reporting a fire at a property in Looe. Three appliances were mobilised from Polruan and Liskeard along with a 4x4 unit from Looe. On arrival crews requested an additional appliance which was mobilised from Lostwithiel, as well as a Water Carrier, Breathing Apparatus Support Unit and Incident Command Unit from Liskeard, St Austell and Launceston respectively. A Station Manager and Group Manager are also in attendance. Assistance is being provided by Devon and Cornwall Police, South Western Ambulance Service and National Grid. Updates to follow as appropriate.]]>Sun, 6 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50393Laura HeskethCornwall Fire and Rescue service, South Western Ambulance Service and Devon and Cornwall Police have attended an RTC on the A390 at Tresillian. The Road will remain close for some time please avoid the area. ]]>Sat, 5 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50392Adam OliverFire control received a call at 03:28 this morning to a garage fire in the Stithians area. Fire crews from Tolvaddon, Falmouth, Perranporth, St Ives and Helston community fire stations attended with 2 wholetime officers. Crews used 4 BA, 2 hose reel jets and 1 main jet to extinguish the fire. Crews are currently still on scene damping down with BA still in use. ** Update 08:40 HRS - One appliance remains on scene. Firefighters are monitoring for any further hot spots. ]]>Sat, 5 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50391Katherine TakelAt 04:00 an appliance from St Just was mobilised to a report of a smoke detector sounding at a detached property at Lands End. Further 999 calls were received updating The Fire Service of a confirmed fire at the rear of the property. On arrival the crew requested an additional 4 appliances from St Ives,Tolvaddon and Penzance, one Water Carrier from Helston and an Aerial Ladder Platform from Truro. Firefighters used 7 breathing apparatus, hose reels, a covering jet to extinguish the flames. A fire investigation will take place in daylight hours to establish the cause of the fire. ]]>Fri, 4 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50390Adam OliverPumping appliances from St Keverne, Helston, Mullion, and Falmouth, along with the water carrier from Helston, responded to this incident. On arrival a commercial building fire was discovered. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus sets used hose reel jets to extinguish the fire. ]]>Wed, 2 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50389Todd HollyoakeTwo appliances from Liskeard and the rescue tender from Bodmin were mobilised to this incident along with a wholetime officer. On arrival crews found a two vehicle road traffic collision with one person trapped. The occupant of the vehicle was assisted out of the vehicle unharmed by crews and left in the hands of the Ambulance service. Fire crews remained on scene making the vehicle safe and the incident was handed over to Police.]]>Wed, 2 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50388Katherine TakelFire Control received several calls reporting a very large fire in the Tremar area of Liskeard at 11:30 today, an appliance from Liskeard was mobilised to investigate. On arrival the crew found a very large uncontrolled bonfire containing timber measuring approximately 50 square meters. The Liskeard appliance requested two further pumping appliances and a Water Carrier for water relay and personnel. Using 2 hose reels jets and two main jets, the Firefighters were able to extinguish the flames and return any smouldering material to the burn pit for the owner to monitor. ]]>Tue, 1 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50387Sarah LynhamAppliances from St Austell and Lostwithiel Community Fire Stations were mobilised to a report of a camping vehicle with smoke issuing. On arrival the crews gained access to the vehicle removing burnt materials and providing ventilation. ]]>Tue, 1 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50386Diane Johnson2 crews from Truro attended a fire at a property in Hendra Barton, Truro, after multiple calls for a shed on fire. The shed was extinguished using 2 BA and 1 HR. ]]>Thu, 26 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50383Todd HollyoakeOne fire appliance from Penzance attended a report of a boat on fire, being stored on dry land. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used two hosereels to extinguish the fire and stop it spreading to a nearby agricultural building. The fire crew remained for a time dampening down and left the scene at 1330hrs.]]>Thu, 26 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50384Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Bodmin attended a road traffic collision. The crew rendered first aid and assisted with traffic management until the arrival of Ambulance and Police. The crew continued to assist until the casualties were left in the total care of Ambulance air and land crews. If further information is required, please contact Devon & Cornwall Police.]]>Thu, 26 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50385Andy TaylorOne fire appliance from Tolvaddon Community Fire Station attended a call to water on electrics from flooding in a bathroom. The crew assisted the occupant by isolating the electricity and water supply. ]]>Thu, 26 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50382Todd HollyoakeCornwall Fire & Rescue Service is currently attending an incident in Island Crescent, Newquay, following a report of a potential fire involving solar panels on the roof of a building. At approximately 12:20 PM today, Critical Control received a call from the public alerting them to a possible fire involving solar panels on a rooftop. The initial reports indicated that the solar panel system on the property might have caught fire, leading to the immediate mobilisation of fire crews. Two fire appliances, an Aerial Ladder Platform (ALP) from Newquay, and an officer are currently on the scene to assess and address the situation. Firefighters have quickly secured the area and are actively working to ensure that the fire is fully extinguished and that no further risk is posed to the surrounding area. Update @ 15:15: The affected panel has now been removed by fire service personnel, along with a qualified electrician. No further updates are available and all resources have now left the scene.]]>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50380Diane JohnsonCrews from Bude Fire station have attended a vehicle fire in Kilkhampton. Extinguished by crews wearing BA using 2 HR Jets. ]]>Tue, 24 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50379Todd HollyoakeOne crew from Tolvaddon attended a call to a car fire. Firefighters used two breathing apparatus and two hose reels to extinguish the fire. ]]>Tue, 24 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50378Todd Hollyoake2 Crews from Newquay and the crew from Perranporth attended a fire this morning in Newquay. The fire involving a washing machine was extinguished using by crews using 2 BA, 1 Hosereel jet and a covering jet and the smoke cleared using PPV. No persons were injured and no other services attended, ]]>Tue, 24 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50377Todd HollyoakeTwo appliances from Bodmin initially responded to this incident, along with a wholetime officer. On arrival crews confirmed the residential building was well alight, suspected persons reported and made pumps four. Additional resources from Lostwithiel and Wadebridge were mobilised. Crews quickly started to tackle the blaze and made pumps six and ariel ladder platforms one, alone with a second wholetime officer. Additional resources from St Dennis and Liskeard were mobilised and the ALP from Newquay, along with specialist appliances from Launceston and St Austell. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus sets used two hose reel jets and two main jets to extinguish the fire. Police, National Grid and Wales and West in attendance. The property was fully destroyed by fire, all persons were accounted for and a fire investigation will take place as soon as possible. ]]>Mon, 23 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50376Todd HollyoakeCornwall Fire and Rescue Service responded to a residential property fire in Mount Hawke earlier today. The first emergency call was received by Critical Control at 12:06, reporting smoke and flames coming from the roof of a domestic property. A total of five fire appliances were mobilised to the incident, with crews attending from Tolvaddon, Truro, Newquay and Falmouth, along with an Aerial Ladder Platform from Truro. Two whole time officers also attended for support. Upon arrival, crews were met with a well-developed fire involving the roof, which was rapidly spreading. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus were deployed to tackle the blaze using hose reel jets. The Aerial Ladder Platform was used to remove roof tiles, allowing crews to expose and damp down hot spots to prevent further spread. Crews worked quickly to bring the fire under control and ensure the safety of surrounding properties. A fire investigation will be carried out to determine the cause of the blaze. ]]>Sun, 22 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=50375Jenna GendallOne crew from Liskeard attended a call to a two vehicle road traffic collision on the road from A38 to Menheniot. Crews made both vehicles safe and administered first aid until the arrival of Police and a First Responder. ]]>Sat, 21 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49375Josh PlowmanA38 Doublebois is currently closed in both directions whilst crews are dealing with a serious RTC. Fire Police and Ambulance are in attendance. ]]>Sat, 21 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49374Todd HollyoakeCritical Control received the first call to this incident at 19:22. Two appliances were immediately mobilised from St Austell and St Dennis Community Fire Stations. Shortly after this, a second call was received confirming two residents were inside the building and unable to escape. Fire survival guidance was issued by the control operator and a third appliance from Fowey Community Fire Station was mobilised. Shortly after this, fire service crew requested a fourth appliance was mobilised, which attended from Lostwithiel Community Fire Station. Once on scene, fire service crew successfully rescued two casualties from the building and, wearing breathing apparatus, used hose reel jets to extinguish the fire. Two whole time officers also attended for scene support. Fire service personnel were joined and supported on scene by colleagues from Devon and Cornwall Police and South Western Ambulance Service. The fire, which was located on the first floor, is now confirmed out and a fire investigation will take place in due course. No further updates are available for this incident. ]]>Thu, 19 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49373Tom MorcomFire Control took a 999 call at 14:05 informing them of a car fire near Porthluney Beach, Caerhays. A crew from St Mawes fire station was immediately mobilised. Once on scene, the crew confirmed the car was well alight and, wearing breathing apparatus, extinguished the fire. The fire is now confirmed out. ]]>Tue, 17 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49372Todd HollyoakeAt 10:16 fire control took a 999 call to a car fire in St Austell. One appliance from St Austell community fire station was mobilised. Once on scene crew members used a hose reel jet to extinguish the fire. The fire is now confirmed out and the crew have left the scene. ]]>Tue, 17 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49371Rachel GrayFire Control took a call to reports of alarm activation in a block of flats. 2 appliances from Bodmin were mobilised. This was found to be a fire in an oven which was out on arrival and crews ventilated the property and gave advice to the occupant.]]>Tue, 17 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49369Todd HollyoakeOne crew from Falmouth attended a car fire. Crews used two breathing apparatus and two hose reels to extinguish the fire. ]]>Tue, 17 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49370Todd HollyoakeOne crew from Lostwithiel attended a call to a road traffic collision involving three vehicles. Firefighters made the scene safe whilst two casualties were treated by Ambulance crew. There are no more details available on this incident.]]>Tue, 17 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49367Todd HollyoakeOne crew from Tolvaddon attended a call to a tent on fire. Firefighters used a knapsack sprayer to extinguish the fire. There are no further details available on this incident.]]>Fri, 13 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49366Jenna GendallTwo appliances from Truro attended a call to a dog who had fallen 4 metres off the river bank into tidal mud flats below. Firefighters used a triple extension ladder to retrieve the animal. The dog was returned unharmed to its owner. ]]>Fri, 13 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49365Todd HollyoakeIn total, Critical Control handled 21 repeat calls for this incident, with the first being received at 15:21, informing them of a caravan fire on Bassett Road, North Country. In total, three appliances attended this incident, arriving from Tolvaddon & Truro, along with a whole time officer for support. Firefighters used two hose reel jets and a main jet to extinguish the fire, which had spread to a shed and car. The fire is now confirmed out and all fire service personnel have left the scene. No further updates are available.]]>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49364Jenna GendallAt 16:53 a call was received to a property reported as on fire. Crews from Liskeard and Callington were mobilise to the incident. Multiple 999 calls were received to the fire, on arrival of the Fire service a request for 'Make Pumps Four' was made. Two further appliances from Bodmin and Saltash were mobilised to scene along with n Aerial ladder platform and supporting pump from Crownhill. The property was of two storeys and measured circa 8 x 5 metres. The fire was located in an upstairs room and spread to the roof. Firefighters used two breathing apparatus, one hose reel jet and one safety jet to fight the fire. There are no more details available on this incident at this time. ]]>Sun, 8 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49362Diane JohnsonCrews from Newquay attended a vehicle fire tonight in a car park in Crantock. They used 1 HR Jet to extinguish. This was caused by a hot BBQ being left inside the vehicle. ]]>Sat, 7 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49361Diane JohnsonCrews from St Austell, Lostwithiel and St Dennis are in attendance at a large fire in the upper floor and roof of a derelict building in the Resugga Green Lane area of Penwithick. Crews wearing BA are currently tackling the fire using HR Jets externally. ]]>Sat, 7 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49360Todd HollyoakeOn appliance from Falmouth and the Rescue Tender from Tolvaddon Fire Station were mobilised to this incident. There were two vehicles involved with one casualty trapped. The crew carried out a roof removal of one vehicle to release the casualty. Police and Ambulance were also in attendance, and the incident has now been handed over to the Police. There are no further details for this incident. ]]>Fri, 6 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49359Todd HollyoakeThree appliances from Callington, Launceston and Liskeard attended this incident. It involved a large pile of tyres that were well alight inside an agricultural barn. The firefighters used four breathing apparatus and one hosereel jet to extinguish the fire. The crew also administered first aid to two casualties, who were suffering smoke inhalation, until the arrival of the ambulance crews. A stage one fire investigation was carried out and the cause was confirmed as accidental and spread. There are no further details for this incident.]]>Fri, 6 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49358Josh PlowmanOne crew from Bude attended a call to a child locked inside of a car. No spare keys were available, firefighters had to smash a window in the vehicle to release the child. ]]>Thu, 5 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49357Josh PlowmanCritical Control took multiple calls to a vehicle fire at a commercial premises near Liskeard. Crews from Liskeard and Callington were mobilised along with an Officer. On arrival the officer-in-charge requested a 3rd appliance to help prevent fire spread. The additional pump was mobilised from Launceston. Crews used breathing apparatus and hose reels to extinguish the fire.]]>Thu, 5 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49356Sheryl BoyleAt 13.11 on 2nd June 2025, a fire engine from Penzance and the line rescue unit from Tolvaddon were mobilised to a casualty who had fallen down an embankment into a small stream. Firefighters assisted Ambulance and Coastguard to rescue the casualty, who was later transferred to hospital. Crews were detained approximately ninety minutes. ]]>Mon, 2 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49355Josh PlowmanCrews from Tolvaddon have attended a incident after receiving repeat calls of a large vehicle on fire. Firefighters used breathing apparatus and two hose reel jets to extinguish the fire. There are no further details at this time.]]>Sun, 1 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49353Jenna GendallOne crew from Falmouth attended a call to a single vehicle road traffic collision. Crews used small tools and absorbent mats to make the vehicle and scene safe. ]]>Thu, 29 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49352Jenna GendallTwo crew from Liskeard and a Rescue Tender from Bodmin attended a call to a single vehicle that had gone into a hedge with the driver trapped. On arrival crews confirmed one male was medically trapped. Prior to he arrival of Ambulance, Firefighters administered first aid to the casualty. Paramedics assessed the casualty before he was assisted from the vehicle. ]]>Thu, 29 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49351Todd HollyoakeTwo crew from St Austell attended a call to a sunbed on fire. On crews arrival the sun bed was smoking, firefighters used two breathing apparatus, one hose reel and a carbon dioxide extinguisher on the fire. There are no more details available on this incident.]]>Thu, 29 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49350Diane JohnsonCrews from Bodmin attended an RTC involving a single vehicle on its side. The vehicle was stabilized and 2 occupants were released by Fire Service and left in the care of the Ambulance. Incident handed over to Police. ]]>Wed, 28 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49349Diane JohnsonCrews from Tolvaddon and Truro attended a small fire in a derelict building, which was believed to be arson. This was extinguished using 2 BA and 1 HR. ]]>Wed, 28 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49347Todd HollyoakeTwo appliances from St Ives attended calls to multiple areas of gorse alight along Belyars lane. Firefighters used two hose reel jets to extinguish and damp down four areas of fire. The cause of the fire is believed to be arson, Police have been informed. ]]>Thu, 22 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49348Todd HollyoakeOne crew from St Just attended a call to a hay bale on fire. Crews used one hose reel and forks to expose and extinguish the fire. The fire is believed to have been arson. ]]>Thu, 22 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49346Todd HollyoakeTwo crews from Falmouth attended a call to an area of gorse on fire along the cliff path. Crews used on hose reel jet and a main jet to extinguish the fire that measured 10 x 4 metres.]]>Thu, 22 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49345Todd HollyoakeTwo appliances from Newquay responded to this incident. On arrival a shed fire was discovered. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus sets used a hose reel jet to extinguish the fire. ]]>Tue, 20 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49344Todd HollyoakeWe are currently in attendance at a residential fire in the St Tudy are of Bodmin. A total of five appliances from Bodmin, Delabole, St Austell and Padstow with supporting appliances from Liskeard and St Austell Community fire stations are currently working to extinguish the fire. Please can all residents in the St Tudy area please keep door and windows closed due to smoke in the area.]]>Mon, 19 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49343Todd HollyoakeTwo appliances from Tolvaddon and one from Falmouth responded to this incident, along with a wholetime officer. On arrival crews confirmed a fire within a recycling bailer. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus sets used one hose reel jets to extinguish the fire. Crews continued to assist staff to access all areas of the products within the bailer and monitor hotspots.]]>Mon, 19 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49342Laura HeskethCrews from St Ives and Penzance Community Fire Stations attended a small area of gorse on fire. the fire had been extinguished by fire crews and the fire service has left scene. ]]>Mon, 19 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49341Todd HollyoakeOne appliance and the rescue tender from Bodmin was mobilised along with a wholetime officer. On arrival crews found a single vehicle road traffic collision on its side, with two people medically trapped. Crews used crash rescue equipment and small tools to extricate the two occupants. Fire crews remained on scene making the vehicle safe and the casualties were left in the hands of South Western Ambulance Service.]]>Sun, 18 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49340Todd HollyoakeAppliances from Liskeard and Callington were mobilised along with the rescue tender from Bodmin and a wholetime officer. On arrival crews found a single vehicle road traffic collision into scaffolding. The occupant of the vehicle was assisted out of the vehicle unharmed and crews cordoned off the area. Fire crews remained on scene making the vehicle safe and the incident was handed over to Police.]]>Sun, 18 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49339Sheryl BoyleAt 12.19 on 17th May 2025, Fire engines from Bodmin, Callington and Saltash attended a commercial building fire in Liskeard. Firefighters used two breathing apparatus, one dry powder extinguisher, one hose reel jet and one covering jet.]]>Fri, 16 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49338Maggie NoyOne appliance from Bude Fire Station attended this incident. It involved a single vehicle on it roof, half on the road and half in the hedge. One male and one female casualty were monitored by Fire Service prior to the arrival of the ambulance and then conveyed to hospital. Police were also in attendance for traffic management and to arrange recovery of the vehicle. There are no further details for this incident.]]>Thu, 15 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49337Maggie NoyOne appliance from Looe Fire Station attended this incident. It involved two wheelie bins containing general waste that were well alight. Crews used one hosereel jet to extinguish the fire which is believed to have been started by a discarded BBQ. There are no further details for this incident.]]>Thu, 15 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49336Todd HollyoakeOn appliance from Falmouth Fire Station attended this incident. It involved a large unattended bonfire crews used one hosereel jet to extinguish the fire. The cause is believed to be arson and Police have been informed.]]>Thu, 15 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49335Todd HollyoakeFire appliances from Bodmin and Lostwithiel are currently in attendance at multiple grass and hedgerow fires. Firefighters are using beaters and hose reels to extinguish the flames. Further details will be added when they are received. ]]>Wed, 14 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49334Josh PlowmanOne appliance from Wadebridge responded to reports of a vehicle on fire. The vehicle was well alight on arrival and extinguished using breathing apparatus and hose reel jets.]]>Wed, 14 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49332Diane JohnsonCrews from Tolvaddon and Hayle attended a fire involving a tractor and a single storey agricultural building. Extinguished using 2 BA, 2 HR and short extension ladder. Accidental ignition. ]]>Tue, 13 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49333Diane JohnsonCrews from St Keverne and Helston attended an RTC involving 2 vehicles. One female was extricated and left in care of ambulance and Police. ]]>Tue, 13 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49331Todd HollyoakeTwo crew from Liskeard attended a call to an incident where an lorry had caught its tailgate on a high voltage electrical cable and the vehicle was smoking. Firefighters cordoned off the area and National Grid engineers were requested to attend. Firefighters extinguished a fire that had started in the lorry. Crews used one hose reel jet, one ground monitor and breathing apparatus at this incident. ]]>Mon, 12 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49328Todd HollyoakeCrews from Delabole and Launceston attended an abandoned mobile home on fire. On arrival, crews used 2x hose reel jets to extinguish the fire and make the area safe. There are no further details at this time. ]]>Thu, 8 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49327Todd HollyoakeCrews from Falmouth have attended a bin fire that was started by a discarded disposable BBQ. This was extinguished using 1 HR. ]]>Wed, 7 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49326Todd HollyoakeTwo appliances from Penzance initially responded to this incident, along with a wholetime officer. On arrival crews confirmed the first floor of residential flats was well alight, suspected persons reported and made pumps four. Additional resources from St Just and St Ives were mobilised alone with a second wholetime officer. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus sets used two hose reel jets to extinguish the fire. Police and Ambulance in attendance. Wales and West were requested to isolate gas supply to the building and the incident was left in the hand of Police and Live West.]]>Tue, 6 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49325Diane JohnsonCrews from Helston and Falmouth are currently dealing with a fire involving an out of control bonfire and tyres. Currently using 2 HR with water shuttle to damp down.]]>Mon, 5 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49324Diane JohnsonCrew from Wadebridge and Bodmin attended an incident involving a person trapped by a golf buggy. One male casualty was trapped by his right foot, released by crews using manual handling. Casualty handed over to the Critical care team. ]]>Mon, 5 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49323Jenna GendallOne crew from Bodmin attended a call to an area oe embankment alight alongside the A38 in the Colesloggett area. The fire measured 10 x 5 metres and was extinguished using one hose reel and beaters.]]>Mon, 5 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49322Jenna GendallTwo crew from Bodmin and Wadebridge attended a call to a tractor on fire. The vehicle was well alight on crews arrival. Two breathing apparatus and two hose reels were used to extinguish the accidental fire. ]]>Mon, 5 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49321Ben HoodCrews from Tolvaddon and St Ives attended a property fire in Hayle. On arrival crews discovered a cooker on fire on the third floor of the block of flats. All persons were accounted for and Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service have made the property safe. There are no further details at this time. ]]>Sun, 4 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49320Maggie NoyOne appliance from Tolvaddon attended this incident it involved one vehicle that was well alight. The crews used two breathing apparatus and one hosereel to extinguish the fire. The cause was believed to be arson and Police were in attendance. There are no further details for this incident.]]>Sun, 4 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49319Maggie NoyOne appliance from Wadebridge Fire Station attended this incident. It involved a single vehicle with no persons trapped inside. The crews made the vehicle and scene safe and Police were in attendance.]]>Sun, 4 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49318Maggie NoyThree appliances and 2L4P's from Delabole, Wadebridge, Bude and Bodmin were mobilised to this incident. It involved 300m by 300m of high gorse and trees the fire was located on vertical banks with little or no access. Crews used beaters, knapsack sprayers, hosereel jets and main jets to extigunish the fire. The fire is believed to be arson suspected and Police have been informed. There are no further details for this incident.]]>Sun, 4 May 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49317Jenna GendallFire appliances from Helston and Tolvaddon attended a call to a derelict building with smoke issuing from it. On crews arrival they confirmed one room was well alight, an axe was used to gain entry to the room and then two breathing apparatus and one hose reel was used to extinguish the fire. A further two breathing apparatus were used to check the fire had not spread to other parts of the building. The fire was confirmed as arson.]]>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49316Jenna GendallFive appliances and three water carriers from Launceston, Liskeard, Bodmin, Callington, Delabole and Helston are on scene at a large fire in the open. Crews are tackling a fire that started in a pile of 1000 tonnes of wood. An incident command point has been set up and the incident divided into two sectors. Firefighters are making good progress at this incident. Update 21:07: slow steady progress being made, working with landowner to create fire break to save further wood piles. Additional water supplies being used from open water. Officers on scene are using a Foto kite to assess the incident ground and make tactical plans to fight the fire. Update 05:30 Fire appliances have remained in attendance at this fire overnight. Good progress is being made. ]]>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49315Katherine TakelAt 11:15 today, Fire Control received several calls reporting a collision on the A30 near Camborne. Fire appliances from Tolvaddon and St Ives were mobilised along with the specialist Rescue Tender unit from Tolvaddon. On arrival the crew confirmed three vehicles were involved in a collision with one vehicle having a person trapped inside. Firefighters used crash rescue equipment beside The Police and Ambulance Services to successfully extricate the casualty. Cornwall Fire & Rescue Service have no further details about this incident of the casualties. ]]>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49314Jenna GendallTwo crews from Penzance attended a call to a flat with a smell of smoke and alarms sounding. Firefighters entered the flat using two breathing apparatus and one hose reel jet. Once the fire had been extinguished crews used a smoke curtain, positive pressure ventilation fan and gas monitor to clear smoke from the flat. ]]>Sun, 27 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49313Maggie NoyTwo appliances attended this incident, one from Perranporth and one from Newquay plus a flexi duty Officer. The incident involved a mobile home measuring 8m by 3m, the crews used 2 breathing apparatus, 1 hosereel jet and 1 thermal image camera to extinguish the fire. Fire safety advice was given to neighbouring caravan. The cause of the fire was believed to accidental and confined. There are no further deails for this incidnet.]]>Sat, 26 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49312Jenna GendallOne crew from Tolvaddon attended a call to a single car on fire on the side of the A30. On arrival Police had closed the A30, crews used two breathing apparatus and hose reel to extinguish the accidental fire. ]]>Sat, 26 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49311Sheryl BoyleAt 18.46 on 26th April 2025 two fire engines from Truro and one fire engine from Tolvaddon attended a residential fire in Truro. Crews used breathing apparatus, one hose reel jet and one covering jet.]]>Sat, 26 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49310Jenna GendallOne crew from St Ives attended a call to a single vehicle on fire. The vehicle was well alight on crews arrival, two breathing apparatus and one hose reel was used to extinguish the fire.]]>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49309Adam OliverAppliances from Penzance, St Just, and St Ives responded to this incident. On arrival a residential property fire was discovered. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus sets used hose reel jets to extinguish the fire. ]]>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49308Sheryl BoyleAt 15.09 on 23rd April 2025, two fire engines from Penzance and one from St. Just were mobilised to a residential fire in Penzance. On arrival crews discovered a block of flats well alight, and requested a further fire engine from St. Ives. Four breathing apparatus, one hose reel and one covering jet are in use.]]>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49299Jenna GendallThere have been no incidents of note since the last posting.]]>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49306Jenna GendallTwo crew from Delabole attended a call to a property with a chimney fire. Crews used small gear and chimney rods to clear the flue. There are no more details available on this incident.]]>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49305Jenna GendallCrews from St Mawes, Mevagissey and Truro were mobilised to smoke in a property in Tregony. On arrival firefighters extinguished a fire in an airing cupboard using two breathing apparatus and a hose reel jet. ]]>Mon, 21 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49304Jenna GendallOne crew from Liskeard attended a call to a motorbike on fire. Crews used one hose reel jet to extinguish the fire. ]]>Sat, 19 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49303Jenna GendallCrews from Penzance and Helston are in attendance at a car fire which spread to a small campervan. Firefighters are using two breathing apparatus and two hose reels to extinguish the fire. There are no more details available on this incident. ]]>Sat, 19 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49302Jenna GendallOne crew from Truro assisted Ambulance crew with the rescue of a female who was injured and fallen 10 ft down a bank. Firefighters administered first aid to the female and then assisted her from the ditch to awaiting Ambulance crew. ]]>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49301Jenna GendallTwo appliances from Lostwithiel and St Austell attended a call to a fire in a chip fryer in Fowey. On arrival the premise had placed a fire blanket over the fryer and the property had been evacuated. Crews entered the building wearing two breathing apparatus and a thermal imaging camera to inspect the fryer. Once the fire was confirmed out, firefighters removed the fryer from the property and smoke was cleared using a positive pressure ventilation fan. ]]>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49300Tom MorcomAt 15:09, Critical Control received a 999 call from Devon and Cornwall Police informing them of an RTC persons trapped at the above location. An appliance and L4P from Wadebridge were mobilised, along with a rescue tender from Bodmin and a whole time officer. On arrival crew confirmed 2 persons trapped and used specialist equipment to release the injured persons who are now in the care of South Western Ambulance Service. No further updates are available.]]>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49298Diane JohnsonCrews from Lostwithiel, St Austell and Fowey attended a fire in a domestic outbuilding. 2 BA crews, 1 Hosereel Jet and Main Jet were used to bring the fire under control. Fire was believed to have been caused by accidental ignition. ]]>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49297Diane JohnsonCrews from Wadebridge attended a small fire in the roof of a domestic garage. Extinguished using 2 BA, 2 Hosereels and a safety jet.]]>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMThttps://db.cornwall.gov.uk/fbnews/info/details.asp?id=49296Diane JohnsonTwo Crews from Launceston attended a chimney fire which was initially caused by a burning birds nest. Crews used Ladders, Harnesses and working at height gear, along with small tools and chimney Rods to open the base of the chimney and to remove chimney pots to assist extinguishing the fire. ]]>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT