Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service

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We provide a wide range of services to keep our communities safe. This includes safety and protection advice to residents and businesses, as well as enforcing fire safety legislation and reducing fire risk in the built environment. This is in addition to highly skilled crews providing a swift and effective response to incidents ranging from road, rail, aviation and waterway accidents, to fuel and

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Cold Water Shock Can KillWith the extreme heat taking over and some schools closing as a result, it is vital that people...
23/06/2026

Cold Water Shock Can Kill

With the extreme heat taking over and some schools closing as a result, it is vital that people .

The air temperature may be hot but the water may still be very cold, causing cold water shock. This can cause you to breathe in water, your muscles to weaken, and your heart can go into abnormal rhythms – which ultimately can result in death.

Never jump into open waters to cool off.

If you find yourself struggling, remember 'Float to Live'. Float on your back until the cold water shock effects pass.

If you see someone else in the water, call 999 and never enter the water yourself. Shout to the person to give them focus and direction, and use nearby life belts and throwlines to safely pull them in.

Read more water safety advice on our website: https://ow.ly/KYXp50ZfC8f

23/06/2026

The next meeting of the Royal Berkshire Fire Authority will take place on Monday, 29 June at Service Headquarters.

To view the agenda for the meeting, please visit: https://ow.ly/xcYs50Zfy6o

Last week, our water rescue technicians from Slough Fire Station's Green Watch, one of our Community Safety Advisors, an...
23/06/2026

Last week, our water rescue technicians from Slough Fire Station's Green Watch, one of our Community Safety Advisors, and Olympic Swimmer Tom Dean held two water safety sessions at Braywick Leisure Centre in Maidenhead.

Each session included an educational assembly and live water rescue demonstrations, where more than 500 pupils from across six different schools showed up to learn how to stay safe in open water.

With the weather reaching record temperatures this week, we want to remind residents how to safely enjoy spending time in and around water. Visit our website for water safety advice: www.rbfrs.co.uk/watersafety

22/06/2026

Join us this Friday!

🎖️Armed Forces Veterans' Hub
📅Friday, 26 June
⌚10am to 1pm
🚒Bracknell Fire Station

There's no need to book – just pop in anytime between 10am and 1pm to join us for a complimentary hot drink and breakfast roll.

The Armed Forces Veterans' Hub is a relaxed, informal place for all veterans, serving personnel, reservists, and their families to meet and chat with like-minded people.

Representatives from a range of charities and organisations will be in attendance, to offer advice and support.

Find out more on our website: https://ow.ly/ATm050YOmLk

Make a Splash!This Saturday (27 June), firefighters at Maidenhead Fire Station will be washing cars to raise funds for t...
22/06/2026

Make a Splash!

This Saturday (27 June), firefighters at Maidenhead Fire Station will be washing cars to raise funds for the Fire Fighters Charity!

Does your car need a clean? Come along between 10am and 4pm to support the crew this weekend!

Find out more on our website: https://ow.ly/sKBi50ZfgpZ

22/06/2026

With the weather reaching record temperatures this week, the Met Office has issued a Red Weather Warning for Extreme Heat.

An Amber warning is currently in place across the whole of Berkshire, with the Red warning due to come into effect from 9am on Wednesday, 22 June to 9pm on Thursday, 23 June.

During this hot spell, remember to:
🌡️Take the time to check in on vulnerable neighbours and family members
🌡️Avoid having bonfires and other open fires when the ground and foliage is extremely dry
🌡️Never jump into open water as this can cause cold water shock

Read more extreme heat advice on our website: https://ow.ly/BpLE50ZffWL

This week marks Armed Forces Week (22-28 June).It is a chance to show your support for the Armed Forces community – from...
22/06/2026

This week marks Armed Forces Week (22-28 June).

It is a chance to show your support for the Armed Forces community – from currently serving personnel to Service families, veterans and cadets.

To learn more about our continued support of the Armed Forces, visit our website: https://www.rbfrs.co.uk/armedforces

If you're planning on doing some gardening this weekend, follow our tips to help prevent fires outdoors.W**d Burners:🔥We...
21/06/2026

If you're planning on doing some gardening this weekend, follow our tips to help prevent fires outdoors.

W**d Burners:
🔥We recommend that you do not use gas or electric w**d burners in your garden during conditions when the ground and foliage is dry, as this can cause fire to ignite and spread quickly – use alternative w**d control methods, such as chemical w**d killers or manual w**ding, instead.
🔥Always ensure the gas is fully off and the burner is completely cool before storing, as any remaining heat could easily ignite items in close proximity.
🔥If you are using a w**d burner, try to restrict it to w**ds only.
🔥Keep a garden hose or other water supply on hand to dampen the affected area.

Read more top tips on our website: https://ow.ly/wVv150Z64vK

It's the last day of Drowning Prevention Week!One of the simplest things you can do to prevent accidental drownings is t...
20/06/2026

It's the last day of Drowning Prevention Week!

One of the simplest things you can do to prevent accidental drownings is to educate young people.

If you are a parent, it is especially important to have conversations with your children about the dangers of open waters.

We have recently published a comprehensive list of water safety resources for children of all ages and key stages.

Access these resources on our website: https://ow.ly/no4r50Zb03y

For more water safety advice, visit: https://ow.ly/j79650Zb03z

19/06/2026

One Week to Go!

🎖️Armed Forces Veterans' Hub
📅Friday, 26 June
⌚10am to 1pm
🚒Bracknell Fire Station

There's no need to book – just pop in anytime between 10am and 1pm to join us for a complimentary hot drink and breakfast roll.

The Armed Forces Veterans' Hub is a relaxed, informal place for all veterans, serving personnel, reservists, and their families to meet and chat with like-minded people.

Representatives from a range of charities and organisations will be in attendance, to offer advice and support.

Find out more on our website: https://ow.ly/ATm050YOmLk

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Headquarters, Newsham Court, Pincents Kiln, Calcot
Reading
RG317SD

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0118 945 2888

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