Cumbria Fire & Rescue Service

05/09/2026

𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿?

📱 𝗣𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗲 999 to get help

🗣 Tell them to stay calm and 𝗳𝗹𝗼𝗮𝘁 on their back

🛟 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘄 rescue equipment to help them float until emergency services arrive

cumbriafire.gov.uk/water-safety

04/09/2026

Watch Manager Paul Stephenson, nicknamed ‘Super’, has retired from his role at Kirkby Lonsdale Fire Station following a distinguished career of 44 years serving the community.

‘Super’ joined CFRS on 1 February 1982 and is believed to have been one of the longest-serving on-call firefighters in the country before his retirement.

Paul was joined at his presentation evening by his wife Sue, children Claire and Sammi, and other members of his family. Assistant Chief Fire Officer Ian Seel presented Sue with a bouquet of flowers in recognition of the support she has given over the last 44 years. Paul also received a Chief Fire Officer’s Certificate of Appreciation and a commemorative silver axe.

Paul has attended many incidents of note, in particular the devastating fire that affected the centre of Kirkby Lonsdale in December 2024 – Paul’s leadership in the community had a huge impact on the town’s recovery and led to a boost in recruitment for the station.

Many colleagues past and present turned out to wish Paul well on his retirement, and in his leaving speech he reflected on his time at Kirkby Lonsdale, how much he had enjoyed being a firefighter, and how much he would miss it.

Congratulations, Paul, and best wishes on your retirement.

🚨 | To find out more about becoming an on-call firefighter in your area, visit cumbriafire.gov.uk/On-CallRecruitment or contact your local station to arrange a visit.

03/09/2026

🔥 Small fires can quickly become big problems. Starting deliberate fires can:

🧑‍🚒 Place an unnecessary burden on our crews
😨 Leave residents and businesses scared
🧑‍⚖️ Lead to serious charges such as criminal damage, arson, or worse

FireStoppers provides an anonymous way to report anything you know about deliberate firesetting. It’s managed by the independent charity Crimestoppers. Reports of arson passed to FireStoppers will be investigated.

Call 0800 169 5558 or complete the online form at firestoppersreport.co.uk if you have any information about deliberate fire setting.

📲 In an emergency, always call 999!

02/09/2026

🚗 Got a new driver in the family who might be hitting the road soon?

Visit cumbriafire.gov.uk/young-drivers to find...

⚠ Free advice on road risks and the 'Fatal Four'
📋 A checklist for the first months post-pass
🙌 Steps you can take as parents and support you can access

Road traffic injuries are a leading cause of death for children and young people worldwide and young drivers are over-represented in serious and fatal collisions in Great Britain.

01/09/2026

📢 We are looking for an experienced and motivated Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) Project Manager to manage a range of digital projects that underpin service improvement, operational effectiveness, and organisational transformation.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead projects that directly support frontline operations, enhance public safety, and improve the way we deliver services to our communities. Working across a diverse portfolio of digital initiatives, you will help shape the future of our organisation through innovation and effective project delivery.

Cumbria Fire & Rescue Service is delivering an ambitious programme of change and improvement across the service and with key partners. You will play an important role in ensuring that critical technology programmes are delivered successfully and achieve lasting benefits for the service and the communities that we serve.

💷 £45,091–£46,142
📍 Based at Service HQ, Penrith and home working
⏰ 37 hours per week – we support part-time working, job shares and other flexible options which can be discussed at interview
📄 Permanent

Closing Date: Sunday 20 September 2026

Find out more and apply here⤵️
https://www.cumbriafire.gov.uk/cfrs0185-ddat-project-manager

01/09/2026

Tonight (Tuesday 1 September) firefighters will be taking part in a multi-agency training exercise at Whitehaven Marina.

The exercise will take place between 7pm and 9pm – do not be alarmed if you notice an increased number of service vehicles and firefighters in the area during this period as these will be part of the exercise.

Thank you for your understanding.

31/08/2026

31/08/2026

Today is the day! Head down to Penrith Fire Station to enjoy our Open Day packed with family-friendly activities and the chance to meet our firefighters.

30/08/2026

Whether you're local to Cumbria or a visitor, please enjoy our county safely by following our advice – together we can keep Cumbria safe.

𝗗𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆
🚫 Don’t have open fires/campfires or barbecues
🚭 Put out ci******es completely
🚯Take all litter home
🚗 Take care when parking – don’t block access roads, tracks or gates, and be aware hot exhausts on dry grass can ignite fires

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗼 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝗮 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲
If you spot a wildfire, get to a safe place and call 999, telling us as much as you can about the location (What3Words is very helpful) and direction of the fire and what is burning.

Find more safety information on our website at cumbriafire.gov.uk

29/08/2026

A live music celebration of Cumbria Fire & Rescue Service is coming to the Rheged stage ONE WEEK TODAY!

Rheged Rocks ‘II’: Lifeline will include live music performances by staff from across the service, including frontline responders, as well as a raffle, auction, bar and food.

Featuring live music from soul-tinged Cumbrian stalwart Rory Connor, acoustic duo Mark and Martin, folk favourites from 2 Meter Man and the Minors, punk rockers Band from the Pubs, eclectic covers from The Felltones, and five-piece blues band Shakin’ Bones.

All raising money for the fantastic Fire Fighters Charity and Great North Air Ambulance Service!

📍Rheged
🗓️ Saturday 5 September 2026
💷 £20 per person (includes entry into prize draw)

🎫 rheged.com/event/rheged-rocks-ii-lifeline