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Isle of Wight emergency services conduct major training exercise simulating night incident
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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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With many fires in the last couple of weeks that could have been avoided, the Isle of Wight council are reminding Islanders and visitors of the increased risk of wildfires
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Do you know the Fireworks Code? Firefighters have teamed up with police and ambulance colleagues to say ‘stay safe’ this fireworks season
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Of course everyone wants to know the details of what caused the Cowes Fire, but the Chief Fire Officer and the council are concerned that many details have leaked out through the CP in advance of the official report's release.
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The Cabinet member responsible for Fire and Rescue Services says he believes, "most people will understand having firefighters in the right place at the right time will save lives, not put them in danger".
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Two people were trapped after a road traffic incident on Fairlee Road this morning. Three people have been taken to hospital.
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Although the number of deliberate fires on the Isle of Wight increased last year, there were four times as many as 2006/7
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The car left Belgrave Road and ended up in the trees below, where the steps lead down to Esplanade Road. Police are appealing for anyone with information to get in touch.
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The council issues a holding statement on the cause of the fire, notably omitting the detail given by others.
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Police are investigating the fire that took place in Ventnor last night.
