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20/06/2026

Who wants a fun-packed day at one of our fire stations? 🚒

Come along today (Saturday) for our free open day event at Swalwell Community Fire Station (NE16 3DZ). 👨‍🚒👩‍🚒

There will be demonstrations, activities and a chance to look around a fire engine. Please say a big hello to our firefighters, volunteers and fire cadets!

Quiet hour is from 11am-12noon with the final event admission being 2.30pm.

There is no need to book, and please be aware there's also no onsite parking.

Tag us in to any photos or selfies that you might take throughout the day! 📸

19/06/2026

This video could save your life! 🧡

Meet James Waters from Tynemouth RNLI lifeboat 🏊

James explains the importance of ‘Float to Live’ and the dangers of rip currents that can occur in our local waters. 🌊

🗣 He also talks about entering the water in pairs because if you get into trouble then there’s someone who can raise the alarm.

Please like and share the video.

TWFRS and its partners are currently supporting ‘Drowning Prevention Week’ in association with Royal Life Saving Society UK - RLSS UK.

18/06/2026

Meet James 👋

James is a Water Rescue Operator and Section Leader with Tynemouth Volunteer Life Brigade.

🗣 Please listen to his essential water safety advice including always swim at a lifeguarded beach; swim between the displayed flags; check tide times; and if you or anyone else gets into trouble call 999 and ask for the Coastguard (coastal incidents). 🏊‍♀️

This advice coincides with the messaging for the Royal Life Saving Society UK - RLSS UK’s 'Drowning Prevention Week' being supported by TWFRS and our partners.

17/06/2026

🌍🚒 International Collaboration in Action 🚒🌍

Earlier this month, we were delighted to welcome eight firefighters from the Cayman Islands for a valuable exchange of skills and knowledge.

During their first week, they visited a range of specialist stations across Tyne and Wear, learning about our capabilities in Rope Rescue, Mass Decontamination, Foam, Incident Command, Boat and Swift Water Rescue, Aerial Ladder Platforms, High Volume Pumps, and Fire Control.

Our crews delivered demonstrations, shared insight, and compare how we each respond to incidents - highlighting both similarities and differences in our roles.

In week two, our Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) instructors led a dedicated familiarisation programme. This was incredibly useful for the firefighters as the Cayman Islands is frequently affected by tropical storms and hurricanes, and strengthening expertise in USAR is a vital part of their training.

A huge thank you to everyone involved for supporting this important knowledge-sharing opportunity 👏

16/06/2026

Stay Safe this Summer! ☀️

Here is some essential water safety advice to help keep you, your family and friends safe on the beach this Summer.

TWFRS have teamed up with Tynemouth Volunteer Life Brigade, Tynemouth RNLI lifeboat and RNLI Lifeguards Tyne & Wear to deliver the life-saving hints and tips in association with the Royal Life Saving Society UK - RLSS UK ’s Drowning Prevention Week. 🌊🏄🏊‍♀️

The water safety advice includes:
• Surf and Swim between the visible flags positioned on the beach
• Stay clear of cliff edges and watch out for any rockfall
• Make sure you have a means of calling for help
• Don’t use inflatables in strong windy conditions

In case of a water emergency call 999 and ask for the Coastguard (coastal) or Fire and Rescue Service (inland areas).☎️

15/06/2026

Looking for a new challenge? Join us at TWFRS and take the next step on your career ladder.

Check out the latest selection of job opportunities currently available across the service – could one of them be the ideal job for you?

🚒 Interservice Transfer Process (competent Wholetime Firefighters only)
🚒 HGV Vehicle Technician

Find out more and apply: 💻📲 www.twfire.gov.uk/current-vacancies

13/06/2026

We are proud to announce that our Chief Fire Officer, Stewart Nicholson has been awarded the King's Fire Service Medal in the King’s Birthday Honours List.

12/06/2026

Jill is Brill.

Today (Friday 12th June) we were proud to open our doors and welcome local football legend Jill Scott MBE to Farringdon Community Fire Station in Sunderland.

Jill was in the region during the final leg of her enduring ‘Coming Home Challenge’, which is raising money for 2026.

The gruelling journey of 388-miles has seen the former Queen of the Jungle and England footballing star run and cycle from Wembley Stadium through to the finish line at the Stadium of Light.

Crews, TWFRS colleagues, volunteers, and attendees from the The King's Trust TEAM programme gave Jill and her team a massive Northeast welcome as they enjoyed a pitstop at Farringdon before making their way onto Sunderland’s Premiership home ground.

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11/06/2026

Our Future is in Safe Hands 👩‍🚒

Can we get a like for Harrison, aged 3, of Slatyford, Newcastle. 👍

Harrison is a TWFRS super fan and wants to be a firefighter when he’s older. We can’t wait to welcome him into our firefighter family. He spotted one of our crews from West Denton Community Fire Station out in the local community attending an incident and stopped them to ask for a few helpful tips. 🚒

The next step for Harrison will be to join one of our Fire Cadet programmes that are held weekly at Gateshead, Marley Park, South Shields, Tynemouth and West Denton Community Fire Stations. They are aimed at young people aged between 11-17.

A link to information about the Fire Cadets can be found in the comments section below 👇

Harrison we wish you luck for your future career! 🧡

09/06/2026

A big thank you to Jonathan Klajn from the Jewish Community Council of Gateshead for delivering a fantastic Cultural Awareness session at our HQ.

Our teams gained valuable insight into religious, cultural and family life in Orthodox Jewish communities.

Sessions such as these help build stronger relationships, improve communication, and keep everyone in Tyne and Wear safer.

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Tyne And Wear Fire And Rescue Service Headquarters
Sunderland
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+441914441500

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http://www.twfire.gov.uk/, http://www.twitter.com/Tyne_Wear_FRS

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