Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service

Last call for our upcoming Have A Go Day in Uppingham this coming Sunday! Our early morning session is already fully booked, but there's still a few spaces left for the 11am and 1.30pm sessions, which will take place at Uppingham School Sports centre: orlo.uk/Pa2qs

Today is World Drowning Prevention Day. This video from the Royal Life Saving Society is a great way to explain the dangers of open water to children, as well as a timely reminder to adults too: orlo.uk/ENO4f Have fun this summer, but stay safe and respect the water.

Do you have what it takes to be a Firefighter? Our next series of Have A Go Day events will be at Hinckley Fire Station on Sunday 31st of August. These free, popular sessions tend to fill up quickly, so book your place now on one of the time slots: orlo.uk/NiR0W

TEST! IT! TUESDAY! Check your smoke alarms are working properly - and if they're not, do something about it! There should be a smoke alarm installed on each level of your home. They could give you vital extra seconds to escape in the event of a fire: leics-fire.gov.uk/at-home

Yesterday morning our crews were called to Birstall to find a kitten trapped between two walls. They rescued the nameless kitten and it and was sent to a local vet for care. If you find an animal in distress, always contact the appropriate animal welfare organisation.

We'll be at Leicester Jobs Fair this Wednesday 23rd at The Venue @DMU (Western Boulevard). This event, which attracts employers from a wide range of sectors, is free to attend, but you MUST register online to get in on the day. For more information, visit: orlo.uk/agNOB

Last night our crews were called to an apartment fire on Heritage Way in Leicester, where all residents had evacuated. The cause was found to be accidental, due to an electrical fire. If you live in an apartment, make sure you know your escape plan: orlo.uk/WETdQ

The Met Office has issued a Yellow Weather Warning for storms across England. In the event of flash-flooding, do not enter the water. To report a road or walkway blocked by debris, call 101. To report a power cut, or damaged power lines, call 105. In an emergency always call 999.

The Met Office has issued a Yellow Weather Warning for storms across England. In the event of flash-flooding, do not enter the water. To report a road or walkway blocked by debris, call 101. To report a power cut, or damaged power lines, call 105. In an emergency always call 999.

Alcohol and open water don't mix. Take care this summer. orlo.uk/pXcbs Nearly a quarter of a million people lose their lives to drowning every year. Did you know we offer the free RNLI Waterside Responder scheme? orlo.uk/xxAQR #DontDrinkAndDrown

Alcohol and open water don't mix. Take care this summer. orlo.uk/OUOPR Nearly a quarter of a million people lose their lives to drowning every year. Find out more here: orlo.uk/hyC1H #DontDrinkAndDrown #SaferPeopleSaferPlaces

Our free BikerDown! courses are a good way for motorcyclists to brush up on their first aid skills and road safety awareness, as well as basic accident scene management. There's still spaces left at our course in Melton next week and at Birstall in August: orlo.uk/kNUVL

Save the date! On Saturday 16th August, Eastern Fire and Rescue Station on Hastings Road in Leicester will be hosting an open afternoon for members of the public, following the Station's recent refurbishment. orlo.uk/onReK

Thank you for having us!

Many thanks to ITV News Central (East Midlands) for leading last night's headlines with our warning on BBQs and bonfires in the heatwave: orlo.uk/Gb8c1 Have a safe, enjoyable weekend, and don't take any risks with fire, whether in your garden or out in the countryside.

We're in for a heatwave over the next few days, and while this means a lovely start to our July Fortnight, remember these warm, very dry conditions make wildfires more likely. Please be fire safety aware while at home, in your garden or out enjoying the countryside. #SummerSafety

If you're planning a holiday to the coast, or are anyway near open water this summer, the lifesaving tips in these images from the @RNLI are worth knowing. Above all though, don't take risks, and respect the water. For more information, visit: orlo.uk/zuI4v #FloatToLive

The Met Office has issued a yellow heat health alert in the East Midlands due to current and forecast high temperatures. While this will mean a nice start to Leicestershire's July Fortnight for many, we'd urge caution and vigilance in the coming heatwave: orlo.uk/LwCpw

Following an investigation we believe the wildfire on Croft Hill last week was caused by a discarded disposable BBQ. With further nice weather expected we understand the temptation to enjoy cooked food outdoors, but please consider packing a picnic instead orlo.uk/0HgEH

Own an e-scooter or e-bike? Please take note of our safety tips in the image attached, when charging these vehicles (and other Lithium-ion battery devices) at home or at work. For more information, visit: orlo.uk/gU3Bc