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CDDFRS

  1. Protecting your home against flooding - Safety Information - bit.ly/I7Em1l
  2. Without power? Stay safe and follow this advice.bit.ly/I19DW5
  3. Yr 6 pupils attended our safety event featuring 1st aid, internet, electrical, road & fire safety & dangers of arson. bit.ly/FPWJMW
  4. There's a new ‘Home Electrical Safety Check’ App to take you through a quick, visual check of your home to ensure it’s electrically safe.
  5. Don't hide electric leads under carpets or mats. When you walk over them, they will damage which may lead to a fire. bit.ly/x9Ythd
  6. Are you using the correct extension lead for your electrical appliances? Too many amps = fire risk! bit.ly/x9Ythd
  7. Every household should have a RCD (residual current device) - it can be a life saver. What is it? Find out here... bit.ly/x9Ythd
  8. Have you unplugged your electrical appliances before you left the house this morning? bit.ly/x9Ythd
  9. Fire-fighters will be outside the Gala Theatre in Durham today handing out 'ICE' Cards - safe alcohol consumption @BalanceNE @DurhamCouncil
  10. We're not party poopers but don't Drink and Fry! bit.ly/ud4EHR
  11. Find out the most important Christmas gifts for your family this year bit.ly/v6GDVO
  12. 17% of all accidental fire fatalities occur in December. bit.ly/uPz2jU
  13. Well done to our Fire Scene Investigators. Check out this video clip of their graduation ceremony. bit.ly/rqObxd
  14. Fire crews show students the consequences of dangerouus driving in support of National Road Safety Week. bit.ly/uTByuz
  15. Find out what its really like for our Fire Crews on Bonfire Night with Metro Radio bit.ly/sxsBKP
  16. Have fun and stay safe this Bonfire Night bit.ly/vn8sEh
  17. In the run up to Guy Fawkes Night, the Service is warning the community of the consequences of using illegal fireworks. bit.ly/pHkOjL