Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue
@LincsFireRescue
Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue: 38 Wholetime & Retained stations covering 5,921 sq km. Twitter acct not monitored 24/7. DIAL 999 FOR EMERGENCIES.
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18:24 - Crews from @bourne_fire and @Crowland_fire attended a baler, some straw bales and a stubble field on fire on Haconby Drove in Haconby. Crews used 1 hose reel, 2 beaters and 2 drags to extinguish.
17:58- Crews from @FIRECorbyG @stamfordfireuk @FireDonington and @SpaldingFire attended a baler, straw bales and a stubble field on fire on North Fen in Morton. Crews used 4 hose reel jets, 6 drags and 6 beaters to extinguish.
The teams have taken part in the opening ceremony and are looking forward to the competition tomorrow.


2 Teams from Lincolnshire set off this morning to Cardiff to take part in the National Fire Cadet Games. Good luck to all our cadets taking part!

📢 You can be who you are and be valuable to Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue. No matter your background or experience – you can make a difference! Find out about on-call firefighting at: bit.ly/3nkXUvX #LFROnCall #BeTheDifference
Having a #BBQ? Don’t leave it unattended - not only is it a fire risk, you also don’t want to serve your guests burnt food! #FireKills #BBQSafety bit.ly/3OtbQ4J

🔥 Plan Your Escape – Prevent Wildfires! Wildfires often start by accident. 🚫 No campfires | ✅ BBQ in safe zones | 🚮 Take litter home 🧭 Know your escape route and stay safe. bit.ly/4c0eGIr #WildfireAwareness #StayWise

Today is World Drowning Prevention Day! By practising how to float at your local swimming pool, lifeguarded beach or supervised open water swimming venue, you’re better prepared for what to do in an emergency. Follow this advice: 💧Tilt your head back with your ears submerged…
20:33 - @LincolnSouthFRS attended High Street, Lincoln where 5 people were stuck in a lift. Crew used holmatro spreaders to force the lift doors open.
📖 Fire Safety with Makaton Join Ben and Katy in a story that teaches fire safety with signs and symbols. 💬 Perfect for inclusive learning 🧠 Read the story - bit.ly/3IpqlGP #MakatonSafety #StayWise

Did you know cooking causes over 50% of all home fires? Take care in the kitchen and never leave cooking unattended. #CookSafely #FireKills bit.ly/3yIaZID

🌙 Bitesize Bedtime Safety 6 quick checks before bed = a safer night for everyone. ✅ Unplug devices ✅ Close doors ✅ Check alarms 🛏️ Learn the routine - bit.ly/4kCibYR #StayWise

🕵️♀️ Become a Hazard Detective! Explore the house and garden to find hidden fire dangers. 🧯 Can you spot them all? 🎮 Start your mission - bit.ly/4lPj2Hj #DetectTheDanger #FireSafety #StayWise

🚪 Close Before You Doze! Did you know? Closing your bedroom door at night can slow down a fire. 🎶 Sing along and learn how to stay safe while you sleep. 🎵 Watch the song - bit.ly/44YaqH8 #FireSafety #StayWise

13:58 - @GainsboroughFRS attended Heapham Lane, Heapham where there were reports of a car on fire. Crew used 1 dry powder extinguisher and a thermal imaging camera to extinguish a fire in the engine compartment of the vehicle.
If you are thinking of driving recklessly, #ThinkOfDenii - and think again. This is her heartbreaking story, as told by her devastated mum: youtu.be/kKNYYPozBCo?si…
🎂 The Birthday Cake Mistake What happens when fun turns into danger? 🔥 Watch how Ben and Katy’s quick thinking helps them escape a fire. 🎥 Watch the video - bit.ly/44Y9OkO #FireSafety #StayWiseKids

🚨 Know Your Way Out What would you do if the smoke alarm went off? 📖 Follow Ben’s story and learn how to stay safe in a fire. 💬 Includes Makaton symbols for everyone to join in - bit.ly/40lHibe #FireSafety #StayWise

Water might look calm, but it can be stronger than you think! Every year, people need rescuing, suffer serious injuries, or even lose their lives because they jump into the unknown. Even the most serene-looking water can hide strong currents, cold temperatures, and unseen…

09:30 - Crews from @longsuttonfire @SpaldingFire & Norfolk FRS attended Gunthorpe Road, Walpole St Andrew, Wisbech where a sheep was stuck in the River Nene. Crews used 2 floating sleds to enter the water and rescue the sheep.