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London firefighters rescue an average of seven people a day
New data from London Fire Brigade has revealed that firefighters rescued 2,455 people between April 2025 and March 2026 – an average of nearly seven people a day. From fires in high-rise buildings and multi-vehicle collisions to rescues from lifts and the Thames, firefighters used their technical expertise to rescue Londoners in numerous situations across the capital.
28/05/2026 8:00 AMLondon-wideOur campaigns -
Warning around wildfires and water as London set to bask in Spring Bank Holiday heatwave
London Fire Brigade is sharing advice to help Londoners enjoy the hot weather safely, ahead of the capital’s first potential heatwave of the year.
22/05/2026 10:00 AMLondon-wideSafety warnings -
The Brigade and Uber Eats partner to enhance e-bike battery safety education for delivery couriers
The Brigade and Uber Eats have launched a new educational partnership designed to prioritise battery safety and fire prevention for delivery couriers.
21/05/2026 12:00 PMLondon-wideOur campaigns -
Brigade marks first anniversary of Bicester Motion tragedy
London Fire Commissioner comments on the first anniversary of the tragic Bicester Motion fire
15/05/2026 10:00 AMLondon-wideOur people -
The King and Queen honour London firefighters with garden party celebration for ‘Frontline Workers’
London firefighters have been honoured for their lifesaving and charity work at Buckingham Palace with the first garden party of the year.
14/05/2026 12:00 PMLondon-wideOur people -
Brigade urges Londoners to ‘Be Water Aware’ after 103 water-related deaths
Firefighters are urging Londoners to #BeWaterAware following the death of a woman and a boy in the River Brent over the weekend.
28/04/2026 10:30 AMLondon-wideSafety warnings -
Firefighters run 26.2 miles for charity in the iconic London marathon
Every year firefighters take part in the London marathon to raise money for a variety of good causes, this year around 20 Brigade staff took part.
27/04/2026 11:00 AMLondon-wideOur people -
With barbecue fires expected to spike in spring, here are firefighter's tips to stay safe
Ahead of the anticipated warmer weather this weekend, London firefighters are reminding people of the steps they can take to prevent a barbecue from getting out of control.
23/04/2026 12:00 PMLondon-wideSafety warnings -
Brigade urges smokers to take extra care ahead of annual spike in balcony fires
Firefighters are warning smokers to take extra care as data reveals that smoking-related fires rise 64 per cent between April and September every year.
13/04/2026 12:00 PMLondon-wideSafety warnings -
Beckenham Blue Watch honour fallen firefighters in special Blitz anniversary memorial service
A remembrance service to commemorate the 85th anniversary of five firefighters who were sadly killed during the Blitz, has been held at St John’s Church in West Wickham.
10/04/2026 10:00 AMBromleyHistorical