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Three Arrested In Connection With Vehicle Fires
Three suspects have been arrested in connection with two vehicle fires in Devonshire this week, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “At 1:15 a.m. today, Friday, January 20th, 2023, police attended a reported vehicle fire involving a motorcar, in the area of Derwent Lane, Devonshire. “Upon arrival officers spoke with a resident... Read more of this article
BFRS Car Wash Raises $2,500 For Charities
The eleven recruits undergoing training in the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service recently held a car wash to raise funds in aid of the PALS Bermuda and Mirrors Programme charities. The Government posted the photos below online, saying, “A total of $2,500 was raised and a cheque presentation ceremony was held yesterday to present each organisation... Read more of this article
Firefighters Extinguish Fire At Pembroke Dump
The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service [BFRS] responded to reports of a fire in the area of the Pembroke Dump, with traffic diversions in place as they battled the blaze, which is now under control as of this morning. A spokesperson said “At 11.29hrs [11:29pm] a call was received via 911 reporting a fire near the junction of Dutton Avenue and... Read more of this article
Photos: 2022 BFRS Bravery Awards Ceremony
The Bermuda Fire Service & Rescue [BFRS] held their Bravery Awards ceremony, recognising Dillon Charles, George Dowling, Garon Dowling, Jae Paynter, as well as Sloan and Royce Wakefield. Related Stories Photos: BFRS Employee Awards Ceremony Photos & Video: BFRS Firefighter Of Year Video: BFRS Firefighter Of Year... Read more of this article
Car Wash Fundraiser At Hamilton Fire Station
The new recruits for the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service will be holding car wash fundraiser on Saturday [Dec 17] from 9.00am to 3.00pm at the Hamilton Fire Station. A spokesperson said, “All proceeds will be donated to the Mirrors & P.A.L.S programs. We are encouraging all to attend for this good cause.” Related Stories BFRS To Hold Charity... Read more of this article
Minister Weeks Meets New BFRS Recruits
“Following my visit to Clearwater and the Airport Fire stations, I was pleased to meet with the new Bermudian recruits at Central Station as they undergo training,” said Minister of National Security Michael Weeks following his meeting with new recruits and a tour of the Hamilton Fire Station. A Government spokesperson said, “Minister Weeks was... Read more of this article
Video: BFRS Extinguish Brush Fire In Devonshire
Firefighters extinguished a brush fire in Devonshire this afternoon [Dec 4]. A spokesperson said, “At 1318hrs [1:18pm] a call was received via 911 reporting a brush fire at the junction of Headquarters Hill and BFA Way, Devonshire. “Two Fire appliances, one Fire service water tender and one command car responded with a total of 10 personnel.... Read more of this article
Photos: Minister Weeks Visits Firefighters
The Minister of National Security Michael Weeks recently visited the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service’s airport operations division and Clearwater station recently, where he spent time with firefighters to hear about their work and to see them in action. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister also used the opportunity to meet with the... Read more of this article
Structure Fire At Daniel’s Head Extinguished
Multiple calls were received via 911 reporting a fire at Daniel’s Head, with a number of Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service [BFRS] vehicles and personnel responding last night. A spokesperson said, “At 2210hrs [10.10pm], multiple calls were received via 911 reporting a fire at Daniel’s Head [9 Beaches bungalows]. “Four vehicles responded... Read more of this article
Minister Commends Bystanders After Boat Fire
Minister of National Security Michael Weeks has praised the staff at Dowling’s Marine & Auto Service and boat Captain Sloan Wakefield for leaping into action to avert a possible tragic outcome following the boat fire in the east end. “I want to praise Mr Sloan Wakefield whose heroic and selfless efforts in leaping into action to tow away... Read more of this article
Boat Captain: ‘I Just Did What I Had To Do’
[Written by Don Burgess] “I just did what I had to do.” Humble words from Captain Sloan Wakefield helped avert a possible significant disaster when he towed a boat on fire away from the docks after an explosion rocked the east end. The Atlantic Charters captain had just pulled in to fuel his boat, Tenacious, and the people from his afternoon... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Boat On Fire In St George’s
There is boat on fire in St George’s today [Oct 9]. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able and in the meantime, a video is below. Update: BFRS Acting Sergeant Gavin Carter said, “The call was received through 911 at 1:42pm of a boat on fire at Dowling’s Marina. Boat was towed to Marginal Wharf where it was... Read more of this article
Minister Weeks On Firefighters, Airport & More
The cost of the 35 overseas firefighters “through to the end of March is anticipated to be approximately $2.75 million,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said, adding that the overseas firefighters allow us to “maintain uninterrupted flight operations at the airport” and “eleven local persons are being hired... Read more of this article
BFRS Extinguish Fire On Boat In Dockyard
On Thursday [Sept 15] there was a fire onboard a 28-foot unmanned Chriscraft powerboat in Dockyard. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Thursday 15th September, 10:30pm. Astute neighbours at Pier 41 Marina in Dockyard, spotted a fire onboard a nearby 28-foot unmanned Chriscraft powerboat. Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre confirmed... Read more of this article
Photos: BFRS Employee Awards Ceremony
Minister of National Security Michael Weeks attended the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service Headquarters on Friday to participate in the BFRS Employee Awards Ceremony, with a number of personnel receiving awards. Civilian Staff 5 Year Award Yaima Govia [Administration] Renee Raynor [Emergency Medical Dispatcher] Rochelle Marshall [Emergency Medical... Read more of this article
BFRS To Conduct Emergency Driving Instruction
The Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service [BFRS] is advising “that it will conduct an emergency driving instruction on the roads during the weeks of 8 August and 15 August.” A spokesperson said, “The public should be aware that during instruction, the increased use of sirens may cause a degree of concern or distress, for which the BFRS... Read more of this article
