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Official Twitter account of the SFRS in East Renfrewshire, Renfrewshire and Inverclyde. Never use Twitter to report an emergency, always dial 999

Scotland, United Kingdom
Joined August 2016
πŸŽ„ SFRS Community Action Team has launched its Christmas Toy & Gift Appeal 2026. 🎁 Donate new, unused gifts for children & young people who may otherwise go without this Christmas. πŸ“ Drop off at local SFRS fire stations by 30 Nov. ❀️ Every Gift Matters. Every Child Matters.
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πŸ”₯ Firefighter McKernan was at Williamwood High School yesterday delivering a fire safety presentation to S1 pupils ahead of Bonfire Night. πŸŽ† Enjoy fireworks responsibly. πŸ”₯ Keep away from bonfires. βœ… Stay safe and look out for one another. #StaySafe #BonfireNight
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When Riley Luke from Paisley was just 8-years-old, he lost four fingers following a firework incident. Riley spent 14 hours in surgery and two weeks in an induced coma. Four years on, Riley and his dad, Scott, are telling his story to warn about the dangers.
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We are supporting National Burn Awareness Day 2025. Top causes of burn injuries for children include hot drinks, cooking, hair straighteners and hot water bottles. Find out more: cbtrust.org.uk/get-informed/ #BeBurnsAware @childrensburnstrust
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Just three weeks left to help shape fire safety priorities in your area. We're seeking feedback on local fire and rescue plans from the people who know their communities best. Find your local plan and complete the survey before Thursday, 15 October πŸ“· ow.ly/phBS50ZQEJN
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🌊 Community Action Team FF Chris McKernan attended Eastwood Park Leisure Centre, East Renfrewshire, delivering vital water safety advice, highlighting the dangers of tombstoning and promoting the Water Safety Code. Stay safe, respect the water. #YourSFRS #RespectTheWater πŸ’™πŸš’
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πŸš’ Today, children from St George’s Toddler Playgroup visited Paisley Community Fire Station for a fun fire safety session hosted by CSA Marina MacLeod and FF McKernan. They learned key safety messages and loved exploring the fire engine! πŸ”₯ #YourSFRS #Paisley #FireSafety
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πŸš’ Community Action Team at Auchenback Active's Family Fun Day. FF McKernan and WC McKellar delivered CPR awareness training, shared fire safety advice and promoted Home Fire Safety Visits. Thanks to Auchenback Active for the invite and to Barrhead Fire Station crew. πŸ”₯
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πŸš’ Today, FF McKernan attended the Progress for Parents East Renfrewshire event at Fun Street, Silverburn, sharing home fire safety advice and promoting free SFRS support. Thanks to all partners involved. πŸ”₯ #YourSFRS #CommunitySafety
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Our Community Action Team was pleased to support @RoadSafetyScot's Fitness to Drive Roadshow at Caulders Garden Centre, Erskine on Friday. Great opportunity to engage with older drivers and share advice to help keep our communities safe on the road. πŸš’πŸš— #RoadSafety
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Many of us are enjoying Scotland's beautiful scenery and the roads are busy. To overtake safely, look well ahead and beyond the vehicle in front, consider your position and avoid overtaking at junctions and lay-bys. Find out more: livefastdieold.scot/ #BreathtakingRoads
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Most wildfires are preventable. Avoid using disposable barbecues in open spaces, take litter home, and never discard cigarettes, matches or glass bottles where they could ignite dry vegetation.
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Great community turnout at Port Glasgow Fire Station Open Day! πŸš’β˜€οΈ From fire safety advice to the popular chip pan fire demonstration, it was a fantastic day. Thanks to The Anchor, our volunteers, staff and everyone who came along to support us. πŸ‘ #CommunitySafety #SFRS
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🌊🚣 Watch Commander McKellar & Firefighter McKernan from the Community Action Team attended Castle Semple Loch, Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park, sharing Water Safety Scotland advice and Water Safety Code leaflets with kayakers and other water users. πŸ”— tinyurl.com/2vdzezkv
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πŸš’ Port Glasgow Fire Station Open Day πŸš’ πŸ“… 18 July | ⏰ 11am–2pm Fire displays, ALP demo, live chip pan fire demo, Beat the Goalie, kids' activities, snacks & refreshments. All proceeds support @TheAnchor. Fun for all the family! πŸš’ #PortGlasgow #SFRS #TheAnchor
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πŸš’ Greenock Fire Station Open Day πŸš’ πŸ“… 15 Aug | ⏰ 11am–3pm πŸ“ Rue End St, Greenock 🎟️ FREE ENTRY Fire appliance tours, live demos, emergency service displays, BBQ, face painting & more! All proceeds supporting @ArdgowanHospice πŸ’œ #Greenock #OpenDay #SFRS
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FF Connie recently joined the Community Action Team and was at Port Glasgow Library supporting a water safety pop-up event, engaging with local residents and sharing important advice. Our crews are always on hand to offer guidanceβ€”not just on water safety, but also on Fire Safety
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Water Safety Awareness at Woodfarm High School! FF McKernan recently visited Woodfarm High School to deliver an important water safety presentation to groups of pupils. With the warmer months here, understanding the dangers around open water is vital.
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Learn how to cool down safely during the warm weather by following the Water Safety Code: tinyurl.com/2vdzezkv #DrowningPrevention
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