Today and for 24 hours every day, the Fire Fighters Charity Crisis Line is open if you’re experiencing suicidal thoughts.
On 0300 373 0896, it offers immediate and ongoing mental health crisis care for UK FRS personnel.
#WorldSuicidePreventionDay
Thank you to HRH The Duke of Cambridge and
@KensingtonRoyal
for visiting us this morning at Harcombe House, spending time with some of our amazing beneficiaries and finding out about what we do
#999Day
#HarcombeHouse
Watch our virtual
#SpiritofFireAwards
on YouTube from 7pm on 4 November.
The show will feature messages from special guests, including renowned actor
@michaelsheen
, to celebrate the achievements of our supporters.
Find out more about the nominees here:
We join the whole fire services community and people across the world today in remembering all those firefighters and members of the public who lost their lives in the 9/11 attacks in New York in 2001.
🎊 IT’S HERE! 🎊 We have the exclusive first-see of
@thefiretones999
’ video for ‘Do They Know It’s Christmas?’ 🎄🎵 Play it, repeat it, share it and tomorrow – BUY IT! 💿 Purchase options can be found on the link:
We’re at
@LondonFire
Deptford Fire Station this morning cheering on our amazing runners at the
#LondonMarathon
👏🏃♂️
We have over 40 superstars running for our Charity in this weather today! 🌧️🧡
Today we remember two firefighters killed and 20 injured in an explosion at a fireworks factory in East Sussex in 2006. The blast that killed Brian Wembridge and Geoff Wicker was so loud it could be heard 12 miles away. Our thoughts are with all of those affected by the incident.
Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with family and friends of firefighter Barry Martin and everyone at
@fire_scot
. We are so sorry for your loss.
Suicide has no type. It can affect anyone.
Today, we're proud to launch the Fire Fighters Charity Crisis Line - 0300 373 0896 - which is here for any past or present member of UK FRS personnel experiencing thoughts of suicide.
Find out more:
Join us in a minute's silence at midday today to honour the firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty, and to acknowledge the courage and dedication of all our fire and rescue service personnel.
#InternationalFirefightersDay
#FirefightersMemorialDay
We were so sorry to hear about the death of Wolverhampton firefighter Andrew Moore. Our thoughts and condolences are with his friends, family and colleagues at this difficult time. No one should struggle alone, so if you need someone, you can talk to us:
A week ago our Chief Exec, Dr Jill Tolfrey,attended The Royal Foundation's
#EmergencyServicesMentalHealth
Symposium,where The Duke of Cambridge announced a landmark commitment to support the mental health of UK Emergency Responder Staff >
@KensingtonRoyal
Today we remember the four brave Warwickshire firefighters, Ian Reid, John Averis, Ashley Stephens and Darren Yates-Badley, who tragically lost their lives on this day 11 years ago.
🎵
@thefiretones999
are now number 1 in the iTunes and Amazon charts, which is brilliant! 😀👏 But we need everyone's help to keep it there - please share and spread the word. Purchase options available at
🎵 Exciting news! 🎊 Fire and rescue personnel from across the UK have joined forces to record a cover of 'Do They Know It's Christmas?’ to raise funds for us and the Band Aid Trust, to be released on 30 Nov. 🎄 Read all about
@thefiretones999
here:
Our
#firefamily
has been working tirelessly this week to tackle the
#wildfires
across the country, and we are here when they need us. 🔥
But we can only continue to support them with your generous donations.
You can thank them by donating today 👉
Thank you to all the crews and control staff all over the country who will be working hard over the Christmas period to keep our communities safe. ❤ You do a ‘cracking’ job. 😊👏
On this day we remember the 56 people who died and 256 people injured in the Bradford City Stadium fire on 11 May 1985. The disaster led to new safety standards in UK football grounds, including banning new wooden grandstands. Our thoughts are with those affected.
We are honoured to announce that HRH The Duke of Cambridge will introduce tonight’s Spirit of Fire 2020 Awards and present the Special Recognition Award for Excellence in the Field of Mental Health.
Watch from 7pm here:
On this day we remember Fleur Lombard, the first female firefighter to die on duty in peacetime Britain, killed in a supermarket fire in Bristol in 1996. The 21-year-old was posthumously awarded the Queen's Gallantry Medal for her bravery. Our thoughts are with her loved ones.
We have been shocked and saddened to hear of the deaths of former firefighter Bill Harrop and his partner Sally, who were tragically killed in the Sri Lanka bombings. Our sincerest condolences are passed to the couple’s family and friends, as well as to all at
@ManchesterFire
We urgently need your help. The cancellation of events due to the pandemic is causing our income to fall short by £200,000 a month. So we’re asking all beneficiaries, friends & supporters to start donating today.
Let’s get through this together.
Visit:
Today we remember Kevin Lane and Stephen Griffin who died in a Gwent house fire in 1996. Having carried a 5-year-old boy out of the blaze, they went back after being wrongly told a second child was trapped, and were caught in an explosion. Our thoughts are with their loved ones.
It has been eleven years since firefighter Ewan Williamson was killed in a fire in Edinburgh's Balmoral Bar. Ewan was one of the two-man crew sent in with breathing apparatus, but was killed when the floor collapsed. Our thoughts are with his friends and family at this time.
We all experience moments of stress, anxiety, panic, fear and loneliness and other such challenging feelings in our lives. It's what makes us human.
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
It is with great sadness that we join with members of the fire service community, the whole country and people from across the world in mourning the passing of Her Majesty The Queen, our loyal Patron of the past 69 years
We are so sad to report the passing this morning of Paul M Fuller CBE, our Chair of the Board of Trustees. Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with his family, friends and colleagues. Paul’s family has requested privacy at this sad time.
Today, on Firefighters Memorial Day, we remember and honour those who lost their lives in the line of duty. The Annual Service of Remembrance at the National Firefighters Memorial in London will take place on Sunday 5 May at 14:00. Full details here:
Events of the past few days in Birmingham, Flintshire and at Loch Lomond today have once again demonstrated the extraordinary work of our fire and rescue services in often harrowing circumstances. Our thoughts are with all those affected.
On Remembrance Sunday, we stand with our colleagues across the armed forces in remembering all those heroes who gave their tomorrows so we can live our today.
#WeWillRemember
Today we join
@LondonFire
in remembering Station Officer Colin Townsley and the other 30 people who lost their lives at King’s Cross Station 30 years ago.
#kingscross
#neverforget
Today we remember two firefighters killed and 20 injured in an explosion at a fireworks factory in East Sussex in 2006. The blast that killed Brian Wembridge and Geoff Wicker was so loud it could be heard 12 miles away. Our thoughts are with all of those affected by the incident.
How are you? 💭
Three simple words that can make such a difference.
Ask someone you work with today and remind them we are here, should they need us, with mental health support. 🧡
#WorldMentalHealthDay
Celebrate with us as we turn 8️⃣0️⃣ today! 🎉
A huge
#THANKYOU
to everyone who has supported our Charity over the years. Whether you're a regular supporter, volunteer, or fundraiser, we're so grateful for the unwavering dedication you have shown us and your UK fire family. 🌟🚒
Presented by HRH The Duke of Cambridge, we're proud to announce the winner of the Spirit of Fire Special Recognition Award For Excellence In The Field Of Mental Health is Shilla Patel.
Congratulations Shilla! We're
#WithYouInSpirit
Watch the show live:
On this day we remember Fleur Lombard, the first female firefighter to die on duty in peacetime Britain, killed in a supermarket fire in Bristol in 1996. The 21-year-old was posthumously awarded the Queen's Gallantry Medal for her bravery. Our thoughts are with her loved ones.
On Remembrance Sunday, we stand with our colleagues across the armed forces in remembering all those heroes who gave their tomorrows so we can live our today.
#WeWillRemember
We’ve spotted that
@thefiretones999
cover of ‘Do They Know It’s Christmas?’ is currently at number 3 in the iTunes chart, and number 2 in the Amazon chart, which is fantastic! 🎵🎄 Buy, download and stream it now – all options can be found over at
Today we stand with our friends
@FDNY
in remembering all those firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty on 11 September 2001.
#911Remembrance
Today we remember two firefighters killed and 20 injured in an explosion at a fireworks factory in East Sussex in 2006. The blast that killed Brian Wembridge and Geoff Wicker was so loud it could be heard 12 miles away. Our thoughts are with all of those affected by the incident.
2018 marks the Charity’s 75th anniversary year, and if
@thefiretones999
were to score a chart-topping hit, raising money on our behalf, it would be the most fantastic finish to the last twelve months. 😊 Please buy or stream song:
When you’re snoozing at 4am tomorrow morning, 53-year-old Carol Lord will begin her mammoth 23-mile swim across Loch Lomond in memory of her father, Bolton firefighter Geoffrey Bowes, in aid of the Charity. 🏊♀️🏊♀️🏊♀️ Go Carol!
A sad day today as we remember the 22 people who lost their lives in the Glasgow James Watt Street fire 50 years ago, and the 31 people who lost their lives in the Kings Cross fire 31 years ago. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by these terrible tragedies.
Today we remember firefighter Alex Kent, who died in 2003 while off-duty trying to save his younger brother from a fire in their East Sussex family home. He helped his parents to safety but went back for Philip, and both brothers sadly died. Our thoughts are with those affected.
The scone debate: jam or cream first?
In support of
#BrewWithACrew
, Chief Fire Officer of
@CornwallFRS
, Kathryn Billing, shows us how to prepare a delicious cream tea to go alongside your refreshing
#brew
this summer - the Cornish way. ☕🍓🔥
@CornwallCFO
@Typhoo_Tea
Our thoughts today are with the family and friends of the four children tragically killed in the horrific fire in south London yesterday. To all those firefighters and personnel attending and impacted by the events, please remember that we are here for you if you need us. 🧡
Our thoughts today are with the family, friends and colleagues of Dorset and Wiltshire firefighter Simon Kaye who passed away while on duty at Christchurch Fire Station yesterday morning.
During
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
we'll be sharing stories of people we've helped as a reminder to everyone in our fire service family that we're here if you need us and that it's ok to not be ok. You can find out more about how we help here:
🔥🎵 Head to our website at 9am tomorrow for a Fire Tones’ exclusive! We’ll be premiering the video of their charity cover of ‘Do They Know It’s Christmas?’ ahead of the release date. 🎊 Set your alarms! 😀
@thefiretones999
🎊 There has been cause for celebration this week as numerous members of the fire and rescue service have been named in HM The Queen’s New Year’s Honours List 2019. 🎉 Well done all! 👏 The full list of recipients within the fire service can be found here:
Our Chief Executive, Dr Jill Tolfrey, is honoured to have been invited and to be representing The Fire Fighters Charity's beneficiaries, supporters and employees at today’s funeral service for our loyal Patron, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
It's been 60 years since 19 firefighters were killed in a Glasgow whisky and tobacco warehouse blaze. At the height of the blaze, 450 people were fighting the fire, which took a week to extinguish. Over 16,000 people later lined the streets to watch the funeral procession.
HAPPY NEW YEAR and welcome to a very special year as we celebrate our 75th anniversary in 2018. We’ll be marking this milestone with special events and fundraising opportunities across the UK, so join us for a year to remember
#HappyNewYear
#TFFC75
Today we remember four firefighters who died while tackling a Warwickshire vegetable packing plant fire in 2007. A suspected arson attack, the site was the size of four football pitches when Ian Reid, John Averis, Ashley Stephens and Darren Yates-Badley were killed in action.
Join us in a minute's silence at midday today to honour the firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty, and to acknowledge the courage and dedication of all our fire and rescue service personnel. 🔥
#InternationalFirefightersDay
#FirefightersMemorialDay
We are delighted to be welcoming HRH The Duke of Cambridge to Harcombe House this coming Monday. He will be taken on a guided tour of our newly-renovated centre as well as meeting some of the people who have been supported by the Charity
Today we remember four firefighters who died while tackling a Warwickshire vegetable packing plant fire in 2007. A suspected arson attack, the site was the size of four football pitches when Ian Reid, John Averis, Ashley Stephens and Darren Yates-Badley were killed in action.
Six months on, our thoughts remain with the victims and families affected by the Grenfell Tower Fire, as well as with the fire and rescue service personnel impacted. Please remember we’re always here for you.
#Grenfell
Could you complete 80 daily push-ups & star jumps over 80 days? How about 80 lengths of the pool or 80 minutes of yoga or dancing? 💃🧘🏊
We've shared plenty of ways you can fundraise to help us celebrate our 80th year. Get started and spread the word 👉
On this day we remember the 56 people who died and 256 people injured in the Bradford City Stadium fire on 11 May 1985. The disaster led to new safety standards in UK football grounds, including banning new wooden grandstands. Our thoughts are with those affected.
We are deeply saddened by the passing of our friend and colleague Margaret on Saturday, 12th August. We offer our condolences to all her family, friends and colleagues.
When Hayward's Heath firefighter Mark Butler passed away in May, he left behind him a legacy that will never be forgotten in Sussex. His daughter, Megan, shares how the Charity helped her process her grief in the months after.
Today we remember Kevin Lane and Stephen Griffin who died in a Gwent house fire in 1996. Having carried a five-year-old boy out of the blaze, they went back after being wrongly told a second child was trapped , and were caught in an explosion. Our condolences to their loved ones.
Today we remember Hertfordshire Sub Officer Paul Mallaghan who was killed when he was hit by a vehicle as he tackled a car fire on the A1M near Stevenage in 2007. Our thoughts are with his friends, family and former colleagues on this day.
We were so saddened to hear news of the passing of Bedfordshire firefighter Chris Page and London Control Room Officer Heather Young earlier this week. Our thoughts are with their family, friends and colleagues at this difficult time.
It's been 10 years since Hampshire firefighters Jim Shears and Alan Bannon were killed in a fire in Shirley Towers, Southampton. For Jim’s wife, Carla, running and fundraising for the Charity that supported her family in the years after has helped her heal
We are so delighted and honoured to be one of the
@Telegraph
's chosen charities for their Christmas Charity Appeal 2018. 🎄 The annual campaign appeals to its readers to support three charities at Christmastime, with this year’s focusing on mental health.
We join the whole fire services community - and people across the world - in remembering all those firefighters and members of the public who lost their lives in the 9/11 attacks in New York 22 years ago today.
#September11
Today we remember Kevin Lane and Stephen Griffin who died in a Gwent house fire in 1996. Having carried a five-year-old boy out of the blaze, they went back after being wrongly told a second child was trapped , and were caught in an explosion. Our condolences to their loved ones.
We are deeply saddened to hear news of the passing of Daniel Lee, Watch Manager from
@manchesterfire
. Our thoughts and sincere condolences are with his family, friends and colleagues at this very difficult time.
Today we remember Fleur Lombard, a firefighter who was tragically killed in the line of duty, on this day in 1996. Our thoughts are with her family, friends and colleagues.
#NeverForgotten
Our Charity was formed during the Second World War to support families of firefighters who had died during the Blitz. On
#VEDay75
we commemorate all the incredible firefighters who gave their lives, and honour those who continue to protect our communities today. Thank you. 🙏🧡
Our thoughts and sincerest condolences go to the friends and family of Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service Watch Manager, Mark Quick, who sadly passed away whilst off duty last night.
Meet Andrew, the boy behind
#OneLadsChallenge
, who is on a mission to visit all UK fire stations, support the Charity AND raise awareness about autism. Do you know a young person working tirelessly to support us? Nominate them for a Spirit of Fire award
Today, we join in paying tribute to
@fire_scot
firefighter Barry Martin at his funeral service.
Our thoughts and sincere condolences are with his family and friends at this very difficult time.
Today we remember two firefighters killed and 20 injured in an explosion at a fireworks factory in East Sussex in 2006. The blast that killed Brian Wembridge and Geoff Wicker was so loud it could be heard 12 miles away. Our thoughts are with all of those affected by the incident.
Join us in a minute's silence at midday today to honour the firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty, and to acknowledge the courage and dedication of all our fire and rescue service personnel:
#FirefightersMemorialDay
#StFloriansDay
On this day we remember firefighters Terry Hunt and David Stokoe, who were killed in action in 1991, while trying to tackle a fire deep in the heart of the Hayes Storage Warehouse in East London. Our thoughts are with their friends, family and former colleagues on this day.
A huge thank you and well done to each and every one of our inspiring London Marathon runners. Your efforts are incredibly appreciated and we hope that today is a day to remember.