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More of the building has collapsed today, ahead of plans to erect scaffolding and carry out remedial work. Police cleared the area for public safety.
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A fire broke out on the Wightlink Yarmouth ferry on Tuesday night with one crew member having to be taken to hospital.
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From the beginning of next year the Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service (IWFRS) will have a new chief fire officer. OnTheWight has the details of who made it through the rigourous selection process.
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Learn how to restart a heart at free drop-in sessions on Monday 16th October to celebrate European Restart a Heart Day.
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Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service release two videos reminding parents to protect their children from flammable fancy dress costumes during Halloween.
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Hovertravel declare their support for the latest calendar produced in aid of Isle of Wight charity, Wight Brainy Bunch.
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Firefighters say the lives of Islanders would be put at risk if the proposed £1.1m of cuts go ahead forcing the number of firefighters to be slashed and fire stations to close.
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The fire was reported just before 2.30pm today. "It was the sound of the explosion that made me look out my office window!"
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If you witness a road traffic incident where a car rolls on its roof, the Fire Service share some sensible advice.
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The council say changes mean that availability of full-time firefighters will be spread across three fire stations, increasing cover during busy periods.
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The FBU had been told a 12 week public consultation would take place, but now say the council has reneged on their promise. Not surprisingly they are very angry about this.
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The Isle of Wight Labour Party is condemning plans by the Isle of Wight Council to cut fire services on the Island, criticising the lack of a full public consultation.
