Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service

20/06/2026

We are tackling a fire on Portsmouth Road, Cosham. We're asking people to avoid the area due to smoke caused by the fire. For safety, Cosham railway station platform has been evacuated due to the smoke. Residents are advised to keep windows and doors closed.

20/06/2026

We're tackling a fire at a property in Beech Close, Thruxton. We recommend neighbours keep their doors and windows closed, to avoid smoke entering their property. Please allow access for emergency vehicles.

19/06/2026

19/06/2026

On-call firefighters from Hardley were called out to this bush fire which is believed to have been set deliberately.

If you're planning on heading out into the sunshine to enjoy the countryside this weekend, follow our guidance to avoid damaging outdoor fires:

Stay safe in the countryside:
❌ No BBQs
🚭 Don’t drop ci******es
🗑️ Take litter home
🔥 No campfires

19/06/2026

Don't forget we're going live on Thursday evening to answer your firefighter recruitment questions!

Feel free to add your questions to the comments section below, and we'll put them to the panel when we start at 7pm!

Tune in - https://bit.ly/HIWFRSFBLive

19/06/2026

HOT WEATHER ALERT 🌞🔥

UKHSA has issued an Amber response alert from 12pm today until 8pm on Tuesday 23 June.

Whilst we hope everyone can enjoy the sunshine, we are also advising people to take sensible precautions to keep safe and well. Here are some top tips to keep safe and look after yourself and others in the hot weather:

💧 Keep hydrated by drinking plenty of water - did you know you can find your nearest water refill station via the Refill Return app?
👕 Wear appropriate clothing to help you stay cool
☀️ Try to stay out of the sun between 11am-3pm
🧴 Apply sun cream and wear a hat if you go outside
🪟 Stay cool indoors by opening windows when the air feels cooler outside than it is inside
🏠Close blinds and curtains on windows that are exposed to direct sunlight during the day

Please also consider family, friends or neighbours that might be vulnerable to the effects of hot weather and consider any support they might need to keep cool and well over the coming days.

For further useful information on staying safe in hot weather, including water safety tips, visit: https://www.southampton.gov.uk/summer-safety/

19/06/2026

🚒 Booking is now open for our Hightown firefighter recruitment event! 🚒

We’re running a female-focused event aimed at encouraging more women to consider a career as a firefighter. At this event, you’ll have the opportunity to speak to serving female firefighters about their experiences, and fitness advisors will be on hand to offer targeted fitness advice.

You’ll also receive an overview of the recruitment process, take a tour of the fire station, meet current operational staff, and have the chance to try out parts of the practical assessments.

Do you have the courage and compassion to take on a role like no other?

📍 Saturday 27th June at Hightown Fire Station

Booking is essential – spaces fill up fast!

👉 Book your space here: https://bit.ly/56RecruitDay

18/06/2026

Great to see members of the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Road Safety partnership out today (including our Volunteer Ruth), helping to raise awareness of "morning after" drink driving and how to stay safe.

Access more road safety advice🚗 https://bit.ly/3RLkw8h

18/06/2026

🚒 Episode 8: Guess the Station: Vintage Edition! 🕰️
Take a look at this 1957 photo! The station was originally built in 1954. Which station do you think this is? 👇

18/06/2026