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This video shot by Richard Manser of SafeSite clearly shows the devastating impact of the fire that raced through The Island Learning Centre last week after the school's minibus was set on fire.
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The Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service is looking for new ‘on-call’ (retained) firefighters to join their team.
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Swift work by the fire crews from Freshwater and Newport meant the grass fire was quickly brought under control.
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The man has not yet been formally identified, but police say his death is not being treated as suspicious.
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The Isle of Wight firefighters on an exchange trip to the US have had to put their new skills into practice this week to help tackle a massive blaze in Oregon.
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A 16-year-old boy from the Isle of Wight was arrested in July on suspicion of arson and bailed until October pending further enquiries.
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Well done to all who took part. It's great to see the Isle of Wight involved in bringing together on-the-ground experts to share their emergency rescue and medical techniques, practices and procedures.
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An Isle of Wight firefighter has spoken of his pride at being awarded an MBE which he received from Her Majesty the Queen.
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The Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service has been given three new special oxygen masks for pets that are designed to help animals rescued from fires.
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With confirmation that Fire & Rescue is now under the control of the Home Office, Cllr Jordan fears this signals all responsibility will be transferred to the Police and Crime Commissioners.
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A substantial fire has broken out in Cowes, near the floating bridge (as you can see from the photos). Given the size of the blaze, OnTheWight has created a Live blog to keep you up to date with developments. If you have seen anything, please do get in touch.
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Two appliances are remaining on the site of the devastating Cowes fire to ensure that high winds forecast for this afternoon don't cause any flare-ups.
