Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

Well wishers leave floral tributes outside Fairfield Industrial Park in the Bill Quay area of Gateshead.

Tributes as Gateshead remembers 14-year-old boy following fire death

A police officer stands guard outside Fairfield Industrial Park in the Bill Quay area of Gateshead on Sunday morning, where the body of 14 year old Layton Carr was discovered inside a building after firefighters rushed to the scene shortly after 8pm on Friday night and extinguished a blaze.

What we know about the Gateshead fire as 14 children released on bail

A back-up of cars as drivers tried to negotiate the 2017 Spring flash floods.

Flood memories: A flashback to South Tyneside in the Spring of 2017

Families at the start of the Walk for Acceptance

More than 300 people take part in walk to raise awareness of autism

Two people have been arrested after seven police officers required hospital treatment following a collision on the A1.

Arrests made after police officers needed treatment following crash

Firefighters were called to Cleadon Hills to extinguish a grass fire on Monday evening (April 7).

Fire crews called out to the Cleadon Hills to tackle a grass fire

Roads closed following morning Westerhope fire at Westerhope commercial property

Shocking stats show reckless people are starting more fires on purpose

A “decommissioned” Metro train carriage is set to be donated to Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service to help with “enhanced” training.

Old Nexus Metro train carriage saved from scrapheap by fire service

An investigation is underway after a firefighter was attacked whilst working in Hebburn. Photo: Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service.

Fire crews called out to four beach fires in three-and-a-half hours

Dilovan Sindi.

Watch: Arsonist set fire to customers inside barber shop

Hebburn's Tri Station picked up the Project of the Year Award.

Hebburn’s brand new Tri Station picks up a prestigious award

An investigation is underway after a firefighter was attacked whilst working in Hebburn. Photo: Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service.

Public told to respect firefighters on Bonfire Night following attacks

Emergency crews were called to a fire at the former Top Club, in South Shields, on Wednesday afternoon (October 30).

Investigation underway following a fire at the former Top Club

Northumbria Police have closed a section of the A194 due to flooding.

Police close road due to flooding caused by torrential rain

Kate Osborne in the Houses of Parliament.

Kate Osborne: Why this government is already 'delivering change'

A man has been arrested for allegedly throwing a glass bottle at a woman in a South Shields nightclub. It is reported that the incident happened after she pushed him away from her on the dance floor.

Appeal after six people were taken to hospital following a fire

Police investigating a report of suspected arson in South Tyneside are appealing for information.

Ryan Smith

Fire crews on an aerial platform tackling the blaze on Wednesday, June 26.

Fire crews remain on site 24 hours on from major Port of Tyne blaze

Footage captured at the scene shows what looks to be a warehouse engulfed in flames.

Dramatic drone footage shows Port of Tyne engulfed by black smoke

Black smoke could be seen rising from the Port of Tyne.

Watch as black smoke fills the air from a Port of Tyne blaze

Emergency service staff outside the new Hebburn Tri Station.

South Tyneside Councillors heap praise on new Tri-Station

The Simonside Arms, on Newcastle Road, in South Shields. Photo: Google Maps.

Abandoned South Shields pub set on fire for second time in 3 months

First Trainee Course delivered under Tyne and Wear (1974)

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service celebrates 50th anniversary year

Hebburn Tri-Station

Blue light partners to be welcomed at first carbon-neutral Tri-Station

Fire boat during training exercises on the River Tyne. Credit: TWFRS

Water rescue event will help to raise awareness of drowning prevention

Exterior work on the new Hebburn Tri Station. Photo by Graham Brown / Chapman Brown Photography

Tri-station in Hebburn nearing completion with hand over expected this month

TWFRS Watch Manager Steven Walker and firefighter Paul O'Neil are shown ‘simple signs’ by young people and staff from Broadwood Primary School HIARP and Jesmond Park Academy HIARP.

Fire Service launches sign language training scheme for firefighters

The Simonside Arms, on Newcastle Road, in South Shields. Photo: Google Maps.

Fire crews called out to at former South Shields pub over the weekend

Firefighters have been called to an abandoned pub in South Tyneside.

Ryan Smith

Youngsters at Nurserytime with the fire engine.

Fire crew gets warm welcome at nursery

Firefighter Brad Clough from Newcastle Central Community FireStation

Fire and Rescue Service marks milestone with 200 apprentices

The fire occurred at Sinclair Meadows

Emergency services arrive at South Shields property to tackle fire

A large patch of grass has been damaged as a result of the fire. Photo: Derek Roy.

Dramatic photos show damage caused by a grass fire at Marsden Cliffs

Firefighters wearing Breathing Apparatus equipment.

New project will see further investment into fire safety

An investigation is underway after five horses die in a fire in East Boldon. Photo: Northumbria Police.

Investigation underway after five horses are killed in a fire

An investigation is underway after a firefighter was attacked whilst working in Hebburn. Photo: Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service.

Investigation launched after a firefighter was assaulted in Hebburn

Firefighters have reported an increase in kitchen fires across Tyne and Wear. Photo: TWFRS.

Fire Service advice following 'worrying' increase in kitchen fires

Donation appeal for Fire Fighters Charity

Fire service urge public to get involved in donations appeal

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

Firefighters slam TikTok trend leaving teenagers stuck in swings

crew members from Blue Watch at South Shields Community Fire Station pictured in-front of a fire appliance with Syd McDonald and friend Ann Powell

Firefighters save pensioner after mobility scooter topples down bank

North East councillors have hit out over the number of attacks against firefighters in the region. Photo: Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service.

Councillors slam attacks on firefighters in the North East

Officers attending a fire Credit: TWFRS

Communities thanked after drop in fires over bonfire weekend

Wheel bin fire attended by TWFRS

Public warned over setting fire to wheelie bins ahead of Bonfire night

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service is looking educate youngsters about the dangers of deliberate fires and anti-social behaviour. Photograph: Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue

Fire Service looks to tackle deliberate fires and using fireworks as weapons

The aftermath of the fire at the Albion Gin & Ale House in Jarrow.

Albion Gin & Ale House owners ‘heartbroken’ over Jarrow pub fire

At the height of the blaze, more than 30 firefighters were stationed at the scene. Photo: Brian Ronald.

Investigation underway after firefighters battle blaze at a Jarrow pub

Paul Russell, Area Manager Community Safety holding fireworks much like the ones thrown at firefighters and police officers in North Marine Park in South Shields. Credit: TWFRS

Emergency services launch Darker Nights campaign

It is believed that the lithium ion battery pack on a child’s e-bike caused the fire. Photo: TWFRS.

Fire service issues warning following kitchen fire in South Shields

Fire experts say smoke alarms should be tested every month.

Fire and Rescue Service issues safety warning to university students

Diversionary Activities team working with youngsters Credit: Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

Fire and Rescue Service praised for helping young people

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service.

South Shields fire station to host open day next month

Firefighter At Night (Tyne and Wear FRS stock pic)

Preparations ahead of Bonfire Night concerns in South Tyneside

The incident took place in Dean Road, South Shields

Fire crews worked hard to tackle a blaze in Dean Road

Tyne and Wear’s emergency services have united to spread the message of water safety. Photo: TWFRS.

Emergency services warn the public of the dangers of open water

Fire crews were called to a field in East Boldon on Monday evening (July 17). Photo: Ian Elder.

Photos show firefighters tackling a blaze at a field in East Boldon

Smoke could be seen rising from the Port of Tyne on Saturday, July 8.

Fire crews called to the Port of Tyne as smoke could be seen rising

The footage was released by the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

Watch drone footage showing the full impact of weekend Jarrow fire

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