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@AnthonyNolan
Anthony Nolan
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20,000 potential donors have now signed up to the stem cell register by the incredible team at @fire_scot ! An amazing achievement, showing just how important our partners are in helping us continue our lifesaving work.💚
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@fire_scot
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
2 days
Two firefighters who saved the life of a friend and colleague during a shinty match in Highland have been recognised for their heroic efforts. Read their incredible story below and learn more about the Community Action Team equipping more sports teams with life-saving skills.
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@fire_scot
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
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🔍 Are you detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced environment? Our North Service Delivery Area is on the hunt for a Business Support Assistant to join our team in Inverness.* 🚒 *Applications from Kirkwall, Lerwick, Fort William or Invergordon will also be considered.
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Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
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We're proud to announce that two of Scotland's fire and rescue heritage museums have been recognised by @VisitScotland for their excellence! 🏅🏆 Spread the word and join us in celebrating these outstanding achievements! #VisitScotland #HeritageMuseums
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Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
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⚠️ Incident Update ⚠️ Firefighters remain at the scene of a fire within a recycling centre on Byrehill Place, Kilwinning. Two fire appliances are in attendance and work remains ongoing to gain full and safe access to the site to extinguish the fire.
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Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
10 days
⚠️ Incident Update ⚠️ Increased activity is anticipated this afternoon at the site of a fire in Byrehill, Kilwinning. Do not be alarmed if you notice an increase in smoke coming from the site as works commence from 2pm. Read more:
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@North_Ayrshire
North Ayrshire Council
10 days
The latest update from @PSOS_Ayrshire Our @NAHSCP is working to contact residents in the vicinity to advise them to continue to stay in & close doors. We're also arranging help to get food, medicines & other essentials to residents, which will be delivered by @fire_scot .
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Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
10 days
⚠️ Incident Update ⚠️ More advice for residents is provided below by @PSOS_Ayrshire
@PSOS_Ayrshire
Police Scotland Ayrshire
10 days
Shelter at home is the advice being given to residents in the West Byrehill area of Kilwinning as a fire remains ongoing. People living nearby and around the smoke plume are advised to continue keeping their windows shut and vents closed. More info:
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Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
10 days
⚠️ Incident Update ⚠️ We are urging residents in the surrounding area to remain at home, and keep windows and doors closed as a precaution Motorists should keep windows closed, turn off air conditioning and keep their air vents closed. Read more 👉
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Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
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⚠️ Incident ⚠️ Crews are currently in attendance at a fire at a recycling centre in Kilwinning. Please read advice below from @PSOSNAyrshire
@PSOSNAyrshire
Police Scotland North Ayrshire
11 days
Byrehill Road in Kilwinning is closed due to an ongoing fire at a recycling centre in Byrehill Place. Emergency services are in attendance. As a precaution, officers are advising local residents to remain indoors and keep their windows and doors closed.
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@metoffice
Met Office
12 days
⚠️ Yellow weather warning UPDATED ⚠️ Rainfall across southern and eastern Scotland, with impact levels increased for southern parts Tuesday 0100 – 1800 Latest info 👉 Stay #WeatherAware ⚠️
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@SEPAFlood
SEPAFlood
14 days
⚠️Storm Kathleen : Western Scotland coastal flood impacts likely, with key focus on Western Isles and Orkney ⚠️Check the latest info at ⚠️Check the latest news at #StormKathleen #Flood #Flooding
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@metoffice
Met Office
14 days
⚠️ Saturday morning will be very windy with #StormKathleen bringing severe gales to some western areas. The most persistent rain will become confined to northern Scotland with showers following. Staying generally dry in the east though with some warm sunshine. #WeatherAware
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@fire_scot
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
15 days
#Wildfires in Scotland are growing in scale and duration, requiring more robust emergency responses. 🚒 With over 2,500 incidents since 2010, firefighters are better equipped than ever to respond to wildfires. 🔥 👇 Learn more about our wildfire strategy below.
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@fire_scot
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
18 days
There are only another 2 weeks before Muirburn season ends on Monday 15 April, when controlled burning of grass/moorland is banned until October. Always follow the Muirburn Code and never leave a fire unsupervised. For guidance #WildfirePrevention
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@fire_scot
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
20 days
Happy Easter! As we celebrate, let's remember to prevent wildfires. Whether you're enjoying the outdoors, remember to be cautious with fire. Ensure campfires are extinguished, dispose of cigarette butts responsibly, and report any signs of smoke/fire. #WildfirePrevention
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Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
20 days
Today is International Trans Day of Visibility (TDoV) 🏳️‍🌈 Rainbow flags will be flown at our national and regional HQ’s across Scotland, in support and celebration of trans and non-binary people in our workplaces and in the communities we serve. #WeAreSFRS #TDoV2024
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Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
21 days
More than 500 Easter Eggs were collected by our Lanarkshire team during their Easter Appeal. 🐣 The donations brought smiles to many charities throughout the area, including foodbanks, women's aid groups and the Paediatric Unit at Wishaw General Hospital. #HappyEaster 🐣
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