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Devon and Somerset, England
Joined May 2010
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
Yellow warning of rain affecting South West England www.​metoffice.​gov.​uk/weather/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings#?date=2026-10-24&id=6c1bc8ab-3d49-4aa4-a2b8-295b196352a2&referrer=rss
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
Yellow warning of thunderstorm affecting South West England metoffice.gov.uk/weather/war…
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
Yellow warning of thunderstorm affecting South West England metoffice.gov.uk/weather/war…
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
Behind every emergency response is a Fire Control team. As firefighters continue to respond to wildfires and other incidents , Fire Control teams have been working around the clock, dealing with thousands of calls & coordinating resources in extremely challenging conditions.
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
A huge thank you to our amazing control room & support staff who are working tirelessly. From supporting wildfires to water rescues across the region, to supporting colleagues in the Fire & Rescue Services. Your hard work & contribution is appeciated & makes a difference.
Behind every emergency response is a Fire Control team. As firefighters continue to respond to wildfires and other incidents , Fire Control teams have been working around the clock, dealing with thousands of calls & coordinating resources in extremely challenging conditions.
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
‼️ Please only call 999 if there is an emergency or a fire producing significant smoke. We have had a high volume of calls to our 999 control room this evening. We understand residents may be concerned, but we are unable to respond to reports of neighbours having BBQs, bonfires or campfires in their gardens unless there is an emergency. We support the Government's message on this and would strongly advise against having bonfires, fireworks, campfires or disposable BBQs during this period. Fires can spread quickly and become difficult to control, putting your home and neighbouring properties at risk. @wsfrs999 @EastSussexFRS
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
Viewing the solar eclipse on 12 August? Don't look directly at the Sun. ☀️ Make your own pinhole projector by poking a hole in card and projecting the image onto paper. Safe, easy and free. Never stare at the Sun, even through cloud.
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
Together with the @metoffice, UKHSA have issued an AMBER heat-health alert for the South West until 9pm on Wed. 15 July. Check in on older friends, family & neighbours, particularly those who live alone, who may struggle to keep themselves cool & hydrated during the hot weather.
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
All lanes now open westbound on the #A38 in #Devon between A382 near #Coldeast and A383 #Bickington due to a multi-vehicle traffic collision. There are no residual delays on the approach.
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
Together with the @metoffice, UKHSA have issued a YELLOW heat-health alert for the South West until 8pm on Sat. 11 July. Check in on older friends, family & neighbours, particularly those who live alone, who may struggle to keep themselves cool & hydrated during the hot weather.
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
Yellow warning of thunderstorm affecting South West England metoffice.gov.uk/weather/war…
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Amber warning of extreme heat affecting South West England metoffice.gov.uk/weather/war…
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
Together with the @metoffice, UKHSA have issued an amber heat-health alert for the South West until 8pm on Tues 23 June. Check in on older friends, family & neighbours, particularly those who live alone, who may struggle to keep themselves cool & hydrated during the hot weather.
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
Together with the @metoffice, UKHSA have issued an amber heat-health alert for the South West until 5pm on Thu. 28 May. Check in on older friends, family & neighbours, particularly those who live alone, who may struggle to keep themselves cool & hydrated during the hot weather.
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
Yellow warning of thunderstorm affecting South West England metoffice.gov.uk/weather/war…
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
#Devon 09:48 18/05/26 Update The M5 at junction 30 and 29 has now re-opened. AW Due to an ongoing Police incident Old Rydon Lane is closed and traffic is temporarily being held both ways on the motorway at J30.
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
#Devon 07:45 18/05/26 Due to an ongoing police incident Old Rydon Lane is still closed and traffic is being held both ways on the motorway at J30. @BBCDevon @StagecoachSW
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
🚧 Road diversions are in place around the Evolution Cove block on Durnford Street, Stonehouse, due to structural safety concerns. Nearby road closures are in place to protect people while work continues. 👇 bit.ly/4tpo6WC
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
Update 23/02/2026 16:10 Road has reopened. 22/02/26 20:50. The B3260 has been re-closed between Whitehouse Services and Fatherford Ln due to fire service equipment across the road. The road will be closed UFN. Diversions will via Tongue End, A30 to Sourton Cross, A386 and return
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
22/02/26 20:50. The B3260 has been re-closed between Whitehouse Services and Fatherford Ln due to fire service equipment across the road. The road will be closed UFN. Diversions will via Tongue End, A30 to Sourton Cross, A386 and return on A30 to Meldon. @StagecoachSW @BBCDevon
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