🚨INCIDENT UPDATE: As we scale down & prepare to handover the site we would like to thank all agencies who have assisted during the tunnel incident 🤝 We have witnessed the tremendous efforts
@aqua_gib
& assisting entities have put in to restore systems 🙌
#togetherwearestronger
Firefighter Alfred Rovegno recently represented the GFRS and received the King’s Coronation Medal from HRH The Princess Royal during a ceremony held at the Convent. Congratulations to FF Rovegno and all other recipients
#proudtoserve
@GibraltarGov
🚨INCIDENT UPDATE: Crews continue to support the wider efforts & assisting partner agencies. Our colleagues from the AFRS are also helping out at the Kings Lines Depot.
🚨INCIDENT UPDATE: we’ve seen a substantial surge in residential flood related call-outs in the last 24hrs. We would kindly urge the general public to ensure all taps are closed when unattended for when water distribution resumes 🚰🚫
@aqua_gib
@GibraltarGov
GOLD🥇🚴♂️🚒
Firefighter Dylan Pratts wins gold medal today at the 2022 World Firefighter Games held in Lisbon, Portugal. He came in 1st out of 150 cyclists, over 62 Km. Dylan's wife Elaine, who also competed in the event, also took the gold medal. CONGRATULATIONS TO BOTH 🙌
Our rigorous firefighter selection process is well underway. The chosen candidate will eventually undergo the mandatory extensive overseas/local training before joining our dedicated team ready to serve and protect our community.
#Proudtoserve
🇬🇮🔥🚒
1/2 The rewarding side of our profession. In July 2019, Mr Daniel Bueno Castillo was walking past the fire station, when he suddenly felt unwell & collapsed. Luckily Stn/O George Burns witnessed this & went to his aid without hesitation. Other watch colleagues assisted in……
INCIDENT: 3 appliances dispatched to a fire in the upper rock, by Devil’s Gap. Crews tackling incident with 3 hose lines. Colleagues from
@aqua_gib
providing logistical support. Minor recall of personnel in progress.
Busy afternoon for fire crews. Fast attack & joint working by GFRS & our AFRS colleagues ensures incident remains confined to the affected areas. No casualties to report, everyone safe a well. Gib
#multiagencyworking
at it’s best
@AFRS
@GAService_
@RGPolice
Fire crews continue to investigate and monitor the tunnel structure as a result of clear signs of collapse. This is hampering operations and officers on scene doing their utmost to implement a safe and effective action plan.
Well done & congratulations to Firefighter Recruit Marquez for graduating today at the
@FireServiceCollege
after completing an intense & arduous 8-week Firefighter Development Program designed to prepare him with solid foundations for the many challenges ahead
#emergencyresponse
The GFRS would like to congratulate Firefighter Liam Wilding and Claire on their marriage. We wish them the very best for the future.
#fotoluzfotografos
INCIDENT UPDATE
2 🚒inc our rescue 🚒
@GAService_
🚑
@RGPolice
🚓 responded to the area by Apes Den. A male tourist had suffered a 🚴🏼accident & went over the wall luckily landing on a tree. 👨🚒carried out rescue using 🪜& 🪢rescue equipment. 🚑 treated casualty for minor injuries.
Crews dealing with a fire call within a tunnel behind the old incinerator. 3 fire appliance 2 and 12 Firefighters committed. Trying to ascertain exact location of the seat of the fire.
Good
#teamwork
..
We received a call just after 2pm that a cyclist had fallen in the Upper Rock & was hanging from a tree.
@RGPolice
,
@Official_GFRS
&
@GAService_
were quickly on scene at the Apes Den.
The tourist was rescued with minor injuries & taken to SBH to be checked over.
Promotions within the Gibraltar Fire & Rescue Service Operational Department.
Congratulations & best wishes to Station Officer Kevagn Estella, Sub Officer Frank Baglietto & Leading Firefighter Matthew Coulthard as you embark on this new phase of your careers.🚒👩🏼🚒
To our friends & colleagues, our loved ones & the whole community, may we all have a wonderful and peaceful Christmas and a New Year 2023 that is full of happiness & prosperity for us all
#SeasonsGreetings
#community
🎅🏼🎄🚒
Tyrone Buttigieg FS36,"El Bombero," showcased his incredible talent in the ring during his 5th pro fight.His performance was nothing short of spectacular! focused, composed & flawless in his quest for greatness.He impressively outshined & convincingly defeated his opponent.🧑🏼🚒🥊❤️
Deputy Chief Fire Officer signs the book of condolence for Queen Elizabeth II on behalf of the Chief Fire Officer, Officers and staff of the Gibraltar Fire and Rescue Service.
#RestInPeaceQueenElizabeth
Promotion at Gibraltar Fire and Rescue Service
Following from a promotional board held at HMGOG Human Resources Department, Mr Liam Byrne has been promoted to Station Officer of the Fire Safety Department.
Congratulations, Station Officer Byrne!”
@GibraltarGov
The
@Official_GFRS
is honoured to have taken part in HM The King Coronation Parade alongside our colleagues from Gibraltar’s Essential Services and members from British Forces Gibraltar. God Save The King!
Solidarity with the people of
#Marocco
following the devastating earthquake that struck in the early hours of this morning. Our thoughts and prayers go to those who have been affected by this tragedy
Extremely grateful to Dr Elaine Flores from the
@GHAweb
and Liz Dewsbury of the
@CareAgencyGib
, for their passion & professionalism, and for providing our officers with such an important awareness tool in our collective fight against domestic abuse.
Tremendous work by
@Angloco
👏🏻👏🏻Another addition to our fleet of water tenders 🚒 Hopefully on our roads protecting Gibraltar’s community in the very near future!
#preventingprotectingresponding
Recently completed Mercedes Sprinter with purpose built body for Gibraltar FRS built at Malvern Regional Workshops. This is the fifth Mercedes Sprinter delivered to the Rock in the past seven years. It was great to host the team from Gibraltar.
This Friday the 17th May sees the commencement of the high risk season within the Upper Rock Nature Reserve!As we approach the warmer/dryer season, we can all do our bit to ensure we protect our wildlife areas. Please take heed of the advice.
Modern high rise buildings are built to strict fire safety regulations with specific fire strategy plans drawn up to ensure the safety of the building's residents. This photograph is an example of what can happen if the fire strategy is not adhered to.
The GFRS supported the Absolute Fitness Club 24 hour marathon initiative in aid of the Breast Cancer Support Group, “Move the Boob Campaign.” Well done to everyone involved.
Following the announcement of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the Gibraltar Fire & Rescue Service join the nation in mourning and offer our most heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family at this sad time.
#RIPQueenElizabeth
As the Queen’s Baton continues its route along the Commonwealth Countries, GFRS personnel set up a Cableway to lower the baton from the ICC down to Casemates Square. L/ff Christian Navas, Sub/O Karl Sciortino & Ff Dylan Pratts will be participating in the games a part of team 🇬🇮
3 GFRS members will be participating in the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, U.K. as part of Team 🇬🇮Sub/O Karl Sciortino (mountain bike) L/Ff Christian Navas (squash) & F/f Dylan Pratts (cycling). We wish our colleagues the best of luck in their respective sporting disciplines💪🏻
🚨INCIDENT UPDATE: Following entry earlier today, GFRS teams are happy with progress. Firefighters remaining at the scene in support of
@aqua_gib
&
@Gib_Elec
HE the Governor presented 3 GFRS Officers with the Overseas Territories Fire Brigades Long Service Medal for 18 years’ service at an investiture yesterday evening. Congratulations to Sub Officers Nicholas Poggio, Frank Baglietto & Dino Navarro
#Proudtoserve
@Convent_Gib
Operational preparedness is much more than continuous training behind the scenes. Familiarisation visits ensures we acquaint our crews with a potential working environment.
#highrise
#preventingprotectingresponding
🏗🏢🚒
25km Ultra Sierra Nevada Run. D.Navarro, C.Navas, N.Ferrary, K.Sciortino, C.Debono, F.Mena & P.Tinkler completed this high altitude endurance run in under 5hrs. From the town of Pinos Genil it finished in Pradollano located high in the ⛰️range. Congrats, remarkable achievement👏🏻
Today we say goodbye to Station Officer Jason Mesilio, a true professional, friend, colleague, and member of the
#GFRS
family. It has been an absolute privilege. Farewell my friend and wish you a long and happy retirement with your loved ones
#proudtoserve
🔥👨🚒 We’re excited to invite you & your family to our Open Day, where you can meet firefighters, explore resources, & learn useful Fire Safety tips.
Over 16s can participate in Selection Day Tasters.
Any monies collected will be donated to charity
#GFRSOpenDay
2/2 performing the relevant life saving interventions until the ambulance arrived. 3yrs later & what culminated in a heart transplant procedure. Mr Castillo wanted to meet Sn/O Burns to thank & present him with a token of appreciation for the actions that saved his life.
Congratulations to our Deputy Chief Fire Officer Mr. Matthew Payas in obtaining his Skills for Justice Level 7 award in Strategic Incident Command in the Fire & Rescue Services. 🤝🏼
@GibraltarGov
Firefighter Marquez earns his axes and moves on to the acquisition of more specialist skills in a very demanding Phase 2 back at station: Diver Rescue & Rope Rescue training
#preparedness
#proudtoserve
🚒👩🏼🚒
INCIDENT UPDATES: wooden pallets well alight, breathing apparatus teams with 45mm hose tackling fire. AFRS colleagues in attendance assisting with operations.
Happy Christmas Gibraltar! A mention goes to all emergency Services, especially to all those amazing individuals at the Gibraltar Fire & Rescue Service who will be on duty over the festive season keeping us all safe!
@CFOColinRamirez
@DcfoPayas
@GibraltarGov
🚨INCIDENT CLOSURE: fire now fully extinguished, area made safe, scene handed over to contractor. Appliances returning to station! Massive thanks to blue watch for the swift response 👏🏻👏🏻
#proudtoserve
@GibraltarGov
GFRS and AFRS Senior Officers Matthew Payas and Adrian Hernandez recently attended a Strategic Command Course at the Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear National Centre in UK. Joint working and mutual commitment to promote interoperability ensures a safer Gibraltar.
The GFRS has a new head of Fire Safety. Following a recent promotion board held at the Government’s Department for Personnel and Development, Mr Adrian McComb has been promoted to the rank of Divisional Officer.
Three fire appliances dealing with fire in Ocean Village top floor residential building. Crews committed with Breathing apparatus, fire now under control.
Great fundraiser today organised by
@ama_services_ltd
with all proceeds going to EV Foundation.
GFRS showing that we don’t just play volleyball, coming out overall winners of the event. Fun and games and an amazing day. Thank you all involved 🚒🔥🏑🏆
Quick reactions and great job by the team to manage two simultaneous incidents and adapt to adversity. Well done to all involved!
#preventingprotectingresponding
👌🏽🚒 👩🏼🚒
Three fire appliances dealing with fire in Ocean Village top floor residential building. Crews committed with Breathing apparatus, fire now under control.
Harrowing scenes from the fire that has engulfed a building in Valencia, Spain this evening. Our thoughts are with the fire crews and other emergency services tackling this incident and with all those who have been affected by this tragic event.
It is paramount that we keep up with modern developments and an ever increasing changing urban landscape to ensure a safer Gibraltar
#PreventingProtectingResponding
Test exercises 2 trial diff high-reach firefighting and rescue vehicles continued last week. Amongst its versatility, for other life saving interventions, the main function is 2 tackle incidents involving tall and complex buildings
@Official_GFRS
Video Firefighter Steven Soussi
INCIDENT: 3 🚒🚒🚒 dispatched to smoke issuing on a high floor at Constitution Hse, Glacis Estate. Colleagues from
@GAService_
🚑also in attendance. Persons treated for minor smoke inhalation.
With summer upon us & the declaration of the high risk season, we would like to remind the public to pay particular attention when disposing of any heat source such as a cigarette, or disposable BBQ close to vegetation. See advice regarding BBQs & the Upper Rock Nature Reserve
Please be advised our Facebook page seems to have been tampered with. We are currently investigating & taking action to rectify.
Should you require any assistance we advise you call us on 20079507,
999 in case of emergency
or our
The GFRS is proud to have contributed to the
@gibsams
Guide to Wellbeing at Work! We hope that you find the episodes interesting and they inspire you to make positive changes in your workplace. Listen at:
#MentalHealthMatters
@GibraltarGov
🚨INCIDENT CLOSURE: Area made safe, scene handed over to our
@RGPolice
colleagues.Appliances returning to station! Massive thanks red watch and our controllers who have coincidentally been involved in dealing with all the fires these past few days👏🏻👏🏻
#proudtoserve
@GibraltarGov
GFRS Blue Watch, exercising & enhancing our response:
1. 20/06/23 - Rope Rescue casualty recovery
2. 21/06/23 - Testing joint response procedures with
@aqua_gib
partners.
Great collaboration between all involved. Thanks to Ms Sheelagh Fiol & AquaGib personnel for facilitating
🚒GFRS personnel will be undergoing refresher training in Emergency Response Driving, on Monday & Thursday this week, from
09:00hrs - 17:00hrs.
We would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused & thank you for your patience.
Members from the
@GFRS
Senior Management Team were immensely privileged to attend a conference on Domestic Abuse organised by the Hon Samantha Sacramento, Minister for Justice and Equality.
🚨UPDATE Fire Queen’s Hotel
Total of 3 appliances with 12 firefighters attended the fire call.
@GAService_
and
@RGPolice
in attendance.
Crews currently venting building.
Great work by all involved 🚒🚑🚓