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Yahoo
21-05-2025
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Lightning strike sets house roof on fire
A house in a West Sussex village caught fire after being struck by lightning. Fire crews were called to the property on School Close, Fittleworth, shortly before 15:00 BST on Wednesday, West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service said. A spokesperson added that the incident had been "scaled back" but firefighters were "expected to remain on scene for the time being". No casualties have been reported. "Residents are urged to continue to avoid the area to allow firefighters to work safely," the fire service added. Follow BBC Sussex on Facebook, on X, and on Instagram. Send your story ideas to southeasttoday@ or WhatsApp us on 08081 002250. Fire crews tackle blaze at protected wildlife area Crews battle large wildfire over Easter weekend West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Lightning strike sets house roof on fire
A house in a West Sussex village caught fire after being struck by lightning. Fire crews were called to the property on School Close, Fittleworth, shortly before 15:00 BST on Wednesday, West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service said. A spokesperson added that the incident had been "scaled back" but firefighters were "expected to remain on scene for the time being". No casualties have been reported. "Residents are urged to continue to avoid the area to allow firefighters to work safely," the fire service added. Follow BBC Sussex on Facebook, on X, and on Instagram. Send your story ideas to southeasttoday@ or WhatsApp us on 08081 002250. Fire crews tackle blaze at protected wildlife area Crews battle large wildfire over Easter weekend West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service
Yahoo
28-04-2025
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First female chief announced for fire service
The chief fire officer (CFO) at West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service will leave her role to become the first female chief of a fire service in the neighbouring county. Sabrina Cohen-Hatton will join Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue Service as CFO later this year, after six years at the helm in West Sussex. "I am truly honoured and incredibly excited to begin this new role to ensure the service continues to deliver for the residents of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight," she said. Ms Cohen-Hatton has held many senior positions, including interim deputy CFO in Surrey, since first joining the service in South Wales. "I am incredibly proud of the time that I spent at West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service, where I was equally as privileged to work with some incredible people as we worked together to deliver the Service's improvement plan," she said. "It is with a heavy heart that I leave the service, but know that I am leaving it in safe hands and I take with me many fond memories and friendships." Prior to joining the service in 2001 aged 18, Ms Cohen-Hatton was homeless for three years and would sell the Big Issue magazine. It was during her telling selling the magazine that she developed a curiosity to serve in the fire service, to help people when they needed it most. In her time working in the fire sector, Ms Cohen-Hatton has completed numerous secondments, including to the Welsh Government and His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services. She has also collected awards, including the King's Fire Service Medal for distinguished service and gallantry. Neil Odin, who is stepping down as CFO in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, said: "Sabrina will bring a fresh outlook, strong leadership skills, and invaluable experience, ensuring the service continues to adapt, improve and thrive." Follow BBC Sussex on Facebook, on X, and on Instagram. Send your story ideas to southeasttoday@ or WhatsApp us on 08081 002250. From rough sleeping to advising Prince William Firefighter honoured by King for her work West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service Surrey Fire & Rescue Service
BBC News
28-04-2025
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Fire chief leaves West Sussex for new role in Hampshire
The chief fire officer (CFO) at West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service will leave her role to become the first female chief of a fire service in the neighbouring Cohen-Hatton will join Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue Service as CFO later this year, after six years at the helm in West Sussex."I am truly honoured and incredibly excited to begin this new role to ensure the service continues to deliver for the residents of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight," she Cohen-Hatton has held many senior positions, including interim deputy CFO in Surrey, since first joining the service in South Wales. "I am incredibly proud of the time that I spent at West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service, where I was equally as privileged to work with some incredible people as we worked together to deliver the Service's improvement plan," she said."It is with a heavy heart that I leave the service, but know that I am leaving it in safe hands and I take with me many fond memories and friendships."Prior to joining the service in 2001 aged 18, Ms Cohen-Hatton was homeless for three years and would sell the Big Issue was during her telling selling the magazine that she developed a curiosity to serve in the fire service, to help people when they needed it her time working in the fire sector, Ms Cohen-Hatton has completed numerous secondments, including to the Welsh Government and His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue has also collected awards, including the King's Fire Service Medal for distinguished service and Odin, who is stepping down as CFO in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, said: "Sabrina will bring a fresh outlook, strong leadership skills, and invaluable experience, ensuring the service continues to adapt, improve and thrive."
Yahoo
20-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Crews battle large wildfire over Easter weekend
Emergency services have urged the public to heed wildfire prevention advice during the Easter holidays following a blaze which damaged four hectares (10 acres) of land. West Sussex Fire & Service Service said it received multiple calls shortly after 17:15 BST on Saturday. Three fire engines, a water carrier and two off-road vehicles were sent to the scene off Denne Road in Horsham. A spokesperson for the fire service said firefighters worked "extremely hard" to stop the blaze spreading to two nearby properties, with crews remaining on the scene on Sunday to ensure there were no further signs of fire. People are being urged to avoid the area while the incident is ongoing. "Firefighters worked into Saturday evening using jets and beaters, with relief crews brought in throughout the night to dampen down the area and extinguish remaining signs of fire," a fire service spokesperson said. "The crews worked to extinguish about 10 deep-seated hotspots which were found using a thermal imaging camera in the peat under the surface." The fire service says after a particularly dry period this spring, wildfires can start very easily. The fire service advises residents to: Not drop cigarettes or burning materials on dry ground Keep children away from lighters and matches Only use designated barbecue areas Dispose of glass bottles and litter properly to minimise the risk of a fire taking hold. West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service
