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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
Video: Structural Fire On Church Street
Firefighters extinguished a “structural fire” on Church Street in Hamilton this morning [Aug 1]. A spokesperson said, “On Monday August 1, 2022 at 8:36am BFRS Dispatch received a report of a confirmed fire in a multi floor structure on Church Street, Hamilton. “BFRS responded with two appliances from Hamilton Station with six... Read more of this article
Vessel Towed After Electrical Fire Onboard
A 30ft vessel was towed ashore after there was an electrical fire onboard. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Sunday 3rd July, 5:28 pm. – A caller onboard a 30ft Pleasure Craft near Morgans Point in the Great Sound reported an electrical fire onboard. “The fire had been successfully extinguished, leaving the vessel... Read more of this article
Minister On Temporary Overseas Firefighters
Minister of National Security Michael Weeks provided some additional information on the plans to hire temporary overseas firefighters to provide coverage at L.F. Wade International Airport. This follows after the Minister’s statement in Parliament on Friday which said that in order to meet an increased amount of certified aircraft rescue firefighters... Read more of this article
Ten Overseas Firefighters To Assist At Airport
In order to meet an increased amount of certified aircraft rescue firefighters needed per crew at the airport, the Government has “sourced ten 10 suitably qualified firefighters to come to Bermuda in July, initially for 3 months,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said, explaining that it is a “temporary measure”... Read more of this article
Chief Fire Officer Lloyd Burchall Retiring
Chief Fire Officer Lloyd Burchall is retiring after “40 years of distinguished service,” with Assistant Chief Fire Officer Dana Lovell to serve as Acting Fire Chief with immediate effect.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of National Security today advised of the retirement of Chief Fire Officer Lloyd Burchall. “Mr.... Read more of this article
BFRS To Commence Recruitment Process
The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service [BFRS] will commence a recruitment process for 11 firefighters starting tomorrow [April 29]. Minister of National Security, Michael Weeks, said, “I am pleased that the recruitment process will begin. This will bolster the ranks of the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service. I would encourage women and men looking for a... Read more of this article
Minister Meets With Fire Service Management
On April 21st, Minister of National Security Michael Weeks ”met with the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service [BF&RS] leadership at the Hamilton Fire Station as part of his familiarisation with the uniformed services under his Ministry.” Minister Weeks said, “I am aware of the vital role that the BF&RS plays in saving lives and... Read more of this article
Fire Service Pass Vote Of No Confidence In CFO
Members of the Bermuda Fire Service Association have passed a vote of no confidence in Chief Fire Officer Burchall, saying that “this vote has been not taken lightly, but there have been numerous and unsatisfied concerns tabled before Senior Management and various Ministers over many years.” The Bermuda Fire Services Association said, “The... Read more of this article
Notice Of Declaration Of Labour Dispute
A “labour dispute exists between the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service and the Bermuda Fire Service Association” and it has been referred to the Employment and Labour Relations Tribunal. This is according to an official notice - dated April 14, 2022 and signed by Acting Minister of Economy and Labour Kim Wilson – which said, “Pursuant... Read more of this article
