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Well done to our eight West Midlands firefighters who recently travelled to Atlanta to take part in the 9/11 Memorial St...
08/09/2026

Well done to our eight West Midlands firefighters who recently travelled to Atlanta to take part in the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb.

They climbed 110 floors of the Atlanta Braves baseball stadium in full firefighting kit, in temperatures of around 30°C - carrying with them photographs of the 343 firefighters who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, in the twin-tower terror attacks.

In an event filled with solidarity and remembrance, staff from WMFS and afar met American firefighters who were there on the day of the attacks and heard their stories, while also having the opportunity to meet Brian Farrell, brother of Terry Farrell - a New York firefighter who died after responding to 9/11.

For our team, completing the climb was a reminder of the unique bond shared by the firefighting family, wherever we are in the world. ❤️

Money raised went to three incredibly worthy charities in the Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund, Blue Light Card Foundation and Fire Fighters Charity.

Well done to everyone who took part, and in particular, to Kieran, Steven, Ivan, James, Emma, Georgina, Michael and Ashley from WMFS. 🙌

Read more: https://wmfs.link/4ykMuKP

A huge thank you to Dudley Building Society for a generous £1,000 donation to Fire Fighters Charity ❤️The donation follo...
07/09/2026

A huge thank you to Dudley Building Society for a generous £1,000 donation to Fire Fighters Charity ❤️

The donation follows the building society’s support for our firefighters after seeing them working at incidents across the summer, including the devastating wildfire in Stourbridge, which inspired them to make a donation. 🙏 🙏

Members of the Dudley Building Society community were among those directly affected by the fires, with some living on roads impacted by the incident in Stourbridge.

Members of Green Watch at Dudley Fire Station met with Helen Smith, Chief Growth Officer at Dudley Building Society, and Claire McMinn, Regional Fundraiser for Fire Fighters Charity, to mark the donation.

We’re incredibly grateful for their generosity and support for our fire family. Thank you.

Read more about the FFC and their incredible work, here: https://wmfs.link/4gRSO5z

07/09/2026

After a busy few weeks across the West Midlands, we understand that some people in our communities may be thinking about their own fire safety at home.

If you’d like some extra peace of mind, our Safe and Well Service is here to help.

Firefighters can visit your home by appointment to:

🚨 fit free smoke alarms where needed
🏠 check your home for potential fire risks
💡 offer personalised fire safety advice
❤️ provide guidance to help you and your loved ones stay safe.

You don’t need to have experienced a fire or have a particular concern to benefit from a visit, but we know that many people across our communities have been affected by fires in their homes this summer, and we’re here to offer advice, support and reassurance.

It’s simply an opportunity to make sure your home is as safe as it can be.

If you think you, a family member, friend or neighbour could benefit from a Safe and Well visit, find out more and arrange one through our website: https://wmfs.link/2TDbG0t

A quick reminder from us to you: please, never use your phone while driving. It only takes a second's distraction for so...
06/09/2026

A quick reminder from us to you: please, never use your phone while driving.

It only takes a second's distraction for something serious to happen. No video, text, or alert would ever, ever be worth it.

The 'Driving mode' on many smartphones can reduce distractions by silencing notifications and auto-replying to messages - a great way to keep you focused whilst you're behind the wheel.

06/09/2026

Our crews are undertaking an exercise on Spring Road, Bilston today from 10am-4pm. If you see a large emergency service presence in the area today, don't worry - it's all linked to the exercise. Thank you for your understanding.

Today is International Day of Charity - a chance to celebrate the organisations and people who make a difference when ot...
05/09/2026

Today is International Day of Charity - a chance to celebrate the organisations and people who make a difference when others need them most.

For us, there’s one charity particularly close to our hearts - Fire Fighters Charity ❤️ 🚒

Every day, our firefighters, Control staff and support teams help people in their communities when they’re at their most vulnerable. But sometimes, the people who help others need support themselves.

Fire Fighters Charity is there for our fire family and their loved ones - providing specialist support for physical and mental health, rehabilitation, personal wellbeing and practical challenges such as financial difficulties, housing and home adaptations.

Their support can make a huge difference to people recovering from injury or illness, dealing with the impact of difficult experiences, managing their mental health, or simply finding their way through a challenging time.

And there are lots of ways we, but also you, can help them continue that work:

🏃 take on a sponsored run, walk, swim, cycle or another personal challenge
🎂 ask for donations instead of presents for a birthday, retirement or other celebration
🎮 organise a gaming challenge, bake sale, raffle, auction or other fundraising event
🎟️ remember, you can also support the charity through its monthly lottery, with tickets costing £1 and the chance to win a £5,000 jackpot.

💷 and for our staff, there are also opportunities to support the charity through workplace giving and salary sacrifice arrangements where available.

Every donation helps Fire Fighters Charity continue to be there for the people who are there for all of us, when we need them most.

We’d also like to take the chance to thank everyone for their fundraising efforts. It’s an incredibly worthwhile cause, and one very close to our hearts. ❤️

04/09/2026

🚗 Whatever the weather, a little preparation before you set off can help keep you and your vehicle safe.

Before heading out, make sure your car is ready for the journey:

✅ Check your tyres, oil and coolant levels before setting off
💧 Carry drinking water for yourself and your passengers
🚗 Allow plenty of time and take regular breaks on longer journeys
📱 Check traffic and travel conditions before you leave
🔧 Make sure your vehicle is roadworthy and that you have everything you need in case of a breakdown

Take care! 🚒

04/09/2026

We have a number of crews in attendance at a fire on Great Hampton Street, Birmingham. Please avoid the area to allow our crews to safely manage this incident.

Great Hampton Street and Barr Street off Great Hampton Street are currently closed, as is Constitution Hill between Northwood Street and Halford Street.

We have a fire service drone in operation at the incident - PLEASE do not fly drones in the area as this may impact our firefighting. Thank you.

🐍 A tight squeeze for Pepsi the snake…This week, a pet owner turned up at Willenhall Fire Station with their three-foot ...
03/09/2026

🐍 A tight squeeze for Pepsi the snake…

This week, a pet owner turned up at Willenhall Fire Station with their three-foot corn snake, Pepsi, who had managed to get himself trapped inside a key ring.

Thankfully, Red Watch were on hand to help! Using specialist ring-cutting equipment, firefighters carefully released Pepsi, who escaped unharmed and presumably a little wiser for the experience. 🐍

Not your average callout, but another reminder that our crews never know quite what they’ll be helping with when they turn up to work!

🚲⚠️ E-bike owners: are you charging and storing your bike safely? ⚠️🚲E-bikes have transformed the way many of us travel,...
02/09/2026

🚲⚠️ E-bike owners: are you charging and storing your bike safely? ⚠️🚲

E-bikes have transformed the way many of us travel, but fires involving lithium-ion batteries are becoming increasingly common and the consequences can be devastating.

These fires are - starting without warning, spreading rapidly and producing large amounts of toxic smoke in just a matter of seconds.

If you own an e-bike, help keep yourself and your family safe by following this advice:

🔋 cheap or counterfeit products or batteries can significantly increase the risk of fire - buy from reputable retailers only

🔌 only use the charger designed for your battery and never leave batteries charging overnight or when you're asleep

🏠 If possible, store and charge your e-bike in a garage, shed or other suitable area away from your main living space. Avoid charging bikes in hallways, stairways or near doors where they could block your escape if a fire starts.

🛠️ Never modify, tamper with or attempt to repair batteries yourself. Altering batteries or fitting incompatible parts can make them unstable and dangerous.

Please, share this advice with bike users and keep yourself safe. More safety tips are available here: https://wmfs.link/3Mdrzqn

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