Tag: Fires
Lloyd Burchall Appointed Chief Fire Officer
The Ministry of Public Safety announced that the Governor has approved the recommendation of the Public Service Commission to appoint Divisional Officer Lloyd Burchall as Chief Fire Officer. Mr. Burchall succeeds Mr. Vincent Hollinsid who retired from the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service yesterday [Apr 30] Mr. Burchall joined the Bermuda Fire &... Read more of this article
Airline Diverts After Reports Of Fire On Board
[Updated with videos. At 8.20pm the captain of a flight heading from Mexico to the UK called in saying there was a fire in the cabin and requesting an emergency landing in Bermuda. Dozens of fire fighters responded to the scene as a precautionary measure, as did the police and medical personnel. The plane landed without incident at 9pm, and the 338... Read more of this article
Lt/Col David Burch Defends Chief Fire Officer
Former National Security Minister and Bermuda Regiment Commanding Officer Lt/Col David Burch has defended Chief Fire Officer Vincent Hollinsid, after criticisms were levied at him by President of the Fire Service Association Allan Wilkinson. Mr Hollinsid, who has served for 43 years, will retire from the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service in April 2013.... Read more of this article
Bradford To Wear “56″ To Honour Fire Victims
Nahki Wells and his Bradford City teammates will pay tribute to the fire victims at Sunday’s Capital One Cup final by wearing tracksuits displaying the number 56 — which is the number of people who lost their lives in the Bradford Fire Disaster of 1985. The fire broke out the stands during a football game, killing 56 people and injuring... Read more of this article
Video: Firefighters Respond To Berkeley Road
[Updated] At around 11.45pm this evening the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service responded to a fire on the corner of Berkeley Road and St John’s Road.The police also responded to the scene, and are blocking traffic to the area. Smoke could be seen emitting from the area of the house, and two fire vehicles and ten firefighters responded to the... Read more of this article
Eight Bikes Destroyed, Arson Under Investigation
An investigation has been launched into a reported arson after eight motorcycles were destroyed by fire on Angle Street earlier this morning [Feb 6].A police spokesperson said, “Inquiries are underway into a reported arson after eight motorcycles were damaged by fire on Angle Street in Pembroke under suspicious circumstances earlier this morning.”“Detectives... Read more of this article
Chief Fire Officer Vincent Hollinsid To Retire
After 43-years of service Chief Fire Officer Vincent Hollinsid will retire from the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service in April 2013. Minister of Public Safety Michael Dunkley said, “Mr. Hollinsid has enjoyed a long and distinguished career, demonstrating the highest levels of professionalism and commitment to the core values of the Service. “The... Read more of this article
Fire Breaks Out At Ord Road Laundromat
[Updated] A fire broke out at the Ord Road Laundromat this afternoon [Jan 11]. Multiple fire vehicles and personnel responded to the scene. As of 2.30pm the fire was under control and firefighters remained on scene. The interior of the building appears to have sustained fairly serious damage, and it does not appear anyone was hurt. We will update with... Read more of this article
Fire Service Responds To Orchard Grove
At around 4.45am this morning [Dec 28] the fire service were dispatched to a small fire at a residence on Orchard Grove in Pembroke.Police Media Manager Dwayne Caines said there is no report of any injuries at this time, and the cause of the fire is also unknown at this time.Related PostsPhotos/Videos: Swinging Doors Fire Video & Photos:... Read more of this article
Fire: No Suspicious Circumstances Or Victims
The police said there does not appear to be any suspicious circumstances surrounding the fire at the old Canadian Hotel building last week, and also confirmed that no one was injured. On Wednesday [Dec 19] evening, twenty-five firefighters battled the blaze, which sent smoke emanating over parts of Hamilton.A police spokesperson said: “The Bermuda... Read more of this article
