Cold weather and COVID-19
We are entering Winter and can expect colder weather. We encourage the public to prepare for cold temperatures, snow, ice and other adverse weather.
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Smoke alarms save lives Make sure yours work
As part of the Fire Kills campaign, Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is asking people to test their smoke alarms regularly and make testing them part of their regular household routine. Why not circle the first of every month on your calendar and tick it off when you have tested your alarms?
Counter Terrorism Poling – New Winter Vigilance Campaign
Latest National Bulletin from Counter Terrorism Policing
COVID-19 - Got symptoms? Get tested!
Residents in Wiltshire and Swindon are being urged to get tested for coronavirus as soon as they experience symptoms.
COVID-19 Workplace Actions
The campaign is designed to help shape workplace behaviour as organisations prepare to unlock.
Smoke alarm reminder for Boat Fire Safety Week
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is using Boat Fire Safety Week (25-31 May) to remind people who live or work on the water about the importance of working smoke alarms.
Business Continuity Awareness Week 2020
COVID 19 is having a huge impact and this year there are Webinars that may help businesses during this difficult time.
STAY ALERT, CONTROL THE VIRUS, SAVE LIVES
STAY ALERT, CONTROL THE VIRUS, SAVE LIVES
Online scammers capitalise on Coronavirus pandemic
Cyber criminals are taking advantage of the Covid-19 pandemic using phishing emails, websites and text messages to scam members of the public out of large sums of money and sensitive information during these uncertain times across the UK.
Novel coronavirus update
Latest information and advice and sources for further details.
Cyber Security - How to stay safe online
We are living in an ever growing cyber dependant world and with that comes and increased cyber threat and risk. Thankfully, cyber security does not need to be complicated and there are a number of simple steps you can take to help protect yourself from cyber-crime. Whether you are protecting yourself, your children or your business.
Garden safety reminder
Spring is almost here which means lighter evenings and warmer weather are on their way, so it’s likely that many will want to start getting out in the garden and perhaps burning garden waste.
12 top tips for staying safe at home this Christmas
With just Christmas just around the corner, Dorset & Wiltshire Fire & Rescue Service has released some top tips to help keep your family safe over the festive period!
Landline telephone services are changing
The telephone providers are upgrading the landline network, also known as the PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) from analogue to digital or IP (Internet Protocol), which means that the current telephone network will close at the end of 2025.
Show some respect this Bonfire Night
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is joining forces with other blue light agencies to help keep people safe this bonfire and fireworks season.
WinterReady - Are you ready for the weather this Winter?
Thinking ahead and preparing for what the weather may bring can make a real difference at this time of year. WeatherReady is a campaign - run by the Met Office in partnership with the Cabinet Office – to help you prepare for and cope with severe weather.
FIRE KILLS CAMPAIGN URGES US ALL TO TEST THE SMOKE ALARMS IN OUR HOMES NOW AND REGULARLY
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service (DWFRS) is urging people to test their smoke alarms, after research showed that only a quarter of all households who own one test them regularly.
Looking after yourself when working outdoors in the sun and extreme heat
Advise on looking after yourself when working outdoors in the sun and extreme heat.
CSSC SW and ACT App
CT Policing encourage you sign up to the CSSC and the ACT App for the latest advice.
Hot weather warning for people ‘shielding’ and more vulnerable groups
Hot weather warning issued to people ‘shielding’ and more vulnerable groups