South Molton Fire Station

09/04/2026

The latest incidents we have attended ;
Road Traffic Collision, Brayford
Assist Ambulance, South Molton
Standby duties, Lynton fire station.

How about a career with Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue

Would you like to be part of a team, be able to learn new skills and help to protect our communities.

Come and join us .....we are recruiting 🔥

29/03/2026

We are recruiting for on-call firefighters.🚒🔥
So if you live or work in South Molton and are looking for a career within the fire service, now is the time to apply online .Or alternatively,come and visit us on our weekly drill night which is on a Monday from 6.30pm - 8.30 pm.
We look forward to hearing from you

Find out about how to become an on-call firefighter in Devon and Somerset. Learn more about essential criteria, firefighter training and the firefighter application process.

24/03/2026

23/03/26. Moorland fire
West Anstey Exmoor

At 11.15 last night,3 crews from South Molton, Dulverton and Bampton fire stations and a water bowser from Barnstaple Fire Station were mobilised to reports of a fire in the West Anstey area with a fire front of 1 mile.
Eventually, extra fire appliances were requested including 2 argocat wildfire vehicles from Lynton and Middlemoor Exeter.
The crew returned to home station at 2am this morning.

22/03/2026

For the first time in 5 years....
Due to retirement.....
We are recruiting 🚒🔥

Have you ever thought about becoming an on - call firefighter and were waiting for this time to come....well ,we would like to hear from you.

You can click on the link below which will give you all the information you need and also an application form for you to complete if you so wish
Alternatively, we drill every Monday night from 1830 - 2030 hrs, so why not visit the station, meet the crew, look at the vehicles and equipment and gain the
knowledge to decide if this is a career path you would like to take.
Please share this post widely within the community so that this rare opportunity is not missed.

https://www.dsfire.gov.uk/careers/on-call-firefighters

21/03/2026

Fire crews from South Molton, Dulverton and Bampton were mobilised early last night to a moorland fire in the West Anstey area of Exmoor.
The fire was extinguished within an hour using hosereel jets and beaters.

As we experience drier spring and summers together with hotter temperatures, this can bring the added threat of wildfires.
Please click on the link to read the latest advice on protecting wildlife, property and the wider environment
https://www.dsfire.gov.uk/safety/outdoors/wildfires

19/03/2026

23/02/2026

23/02/26. A crew from South Molton were alerted at 0500hrs this morning to proceed to Okehampton as part of a three pump relief crew.
We returned to home station this afternoon at 1400hrs.

Fire Control have received multiple calls about a fire at The Promise School in Dartmoor View, Okehampton. Flames and thick black smoke could be seen from a distance. The length of the school roof is involved in fire. Six fire appliances, two aerial ladder platforms, and two water carriers were mobi...

17/02/2026

17/02/26 Vehicle fire

A crew from South Molton were mobilised this morning to a vehicle fire on the A361 at Bish Mill.
2 breathing apparatus wearers, 1 hosereel jet, a thermal imaging camera and small tools were used to extinguish the fire which caused severe damage.
A road closure was put in place while the incident was resolved.

27/01/2026

27/01/26. Rescue from floodwater
Chulmleigh

A crew from South Molton and Chulmleigh were mobilised this morning to a car with 2 occupants stuck in deep fast flowing water.
4 firefighters in floodsuits waded out to the stranded car and we're able to safely walk the occupants to a place of safety.

The road at Bridge Reeve remains closed and cordons are up.Please observe all signs and do not attempt to drive through the floodwater.

04/01/2026

Now the year 2026 is here, we can reflect on the station activities of 2025

A busy year of which we attended 201 incidents, which were 43 more than 2024

A breakdown of the incidents attended were ;
35 Fire alarm/ Carbon monoxide alarm
33 Building fires
19 Standby to other station
17 Moorland/ Wildfire
15 Road Traffic Collision
15. Small fire in open
14 Vehicle Fires
11. Assist other agencies
9. Gain entry
8. Barn fires
8 Hazardous Materials
4. Chimney fires
4. Environmental protection/Gas monitors
3 Rescue from height
2. Flooding
2 Water rescue
1. Lift rescue
1. Animal rescue

Environmental Protection Vehicle was mobilised to
16 Hazmat incidents / Environmental protection.

Also in 2025 , Crew Manager Carter and FF Hyde being presented with their 20 year Long Service Medal and certificate.
FF Doyle passing his LGV test - now goes on to do Emergency Response Driving course
Firefighter Morris retiring after 26 years of service .

A rare occasion, but it is likely that we will be recruiting in the early part of 2026, so we will advertise through various social media when the time comes.

Have a happy 2026 from all at station 14

31/12/2025

As the year 2025 draws to a close, we announce the retirement of FF Craig Morris after 26 years active service
At midnight tonight, the alerter will be put aside,the battery taken out and he can reflect on the remarkable achievement and dedication.
So from the community of South Molton and the neighbouring parishes, serving and retired fire service colleagues and all emergency service responders,we say a huge THANK YOU.
Also, much gratitude goes to M Way and Son Transport Ltd who throughout his 26 years of service have allowed Craig to respond to incidents at any time of the day or night.
Craig, your time has come to ' Knock Off ,Make Up ,Your time is done '
The final words come from Watch Manager Darren Homewood :
🚨After an incredible 26 years of dedicated service, we say a heartfelt thank you and farewell to FF Craig Morris, one of South Molton Fire Station 14’s long serving crew.
Serving as a on call firefighter, Craig has shown unwavering commitment to the community — responding at all hours, in all conditions, always ready to protect life and property.
His knowledge, professionalism, teamwork, and calmness under pressure have made a lasting impact on colleagues, the wider Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service and the people of South Molton and beyond.
Craig has been there for countless shouts, drill nights, and station memories, helping shape Station 14 into what it is today. His experience and dedication will be greatly missed.
On behalf of everyone at South Molton Station 14, thank you, Craig, for 26 years of service, sacrifice, and support.
We wish you a long, happy, and well-earned retirement 🚨