Kirkmichael Community Fire Station

03/06/2026

This year is all about making prevention possible. And empowering families to make simple changes without feeling overwhelmed.

Download the Child Accident Prevention Trust Parent’s Pack for bite-sized facts and safety tips: https://capt.org.uk/resources/parents-pack/

More info: https://capt.org.uk/child-safety-advice/

Child Accident Prevention Trust

31/05/2026

🛴💻 Know how to protect yourself from fires caused by rechargeable electrical devices such as e-bikes, e-scooters, vapes and laptops.

These types of fires are on the rise. In some cases the fire can be ferocious.

Keep escape routes clear.

Buy, charge and recycle your devices safely.

🔋 Boost battery safety by visiting

How to buy, charge, dispose and recycle lithium-ion batteries safely.

31/05/2026

Cold water shock is a risk all year round in the UK.

If you enter water unexpectedly
Take a minute. Initial effects pass quickly.
Relax and float on your back to catch your breath.
Keep calm then call for help or swim to safety.

More info: https://watersafetyscotland.org.uk/advice-hub/cold-water-shock/

Water Safety Scotland

A description of cold water shock and advice on what you can do to try and minimise the effects on your body.

29/05/2026

Wildfire alert for Eastern Scotland

A very high wildfire risk is in place from tomorrow, 29 May to Monday, 1 June.

Today, a very high risk of wildfire warning is also in place for South West Scotland.

Wildfires can cause serious harm to homes, natural landscapes, and wildlife. Taking simple steps can help reduce the risk and prevent severe damage.

Learn more - https://ow.ly/r2Iy50Z4BTA

Share this wildfire warning to help spread the word.

21/05/2026

Fire can destroy a tent in less than 60 seconds.
• Never use candles in or near a tent - torches are safer
• Cook a safe distance from the tent walls as they could easily
catch fire
• Never cook inside a small tent
Download our TENT SAFETY poster here: https://rb.gy/i4p5r4

30/04/2026

Extreme wildfire warning for the whole of Scotland 🔥

There is an extreme risk of wildfire across the whole of Scotland from today until Saturday, 2 May.

We know many people across Scotland will be wanting to enjoy the good weather across the bank holiday weekend. We ask that everyone does so responsibly.

Wildfires have the potential to destroy property, landscapes and wildlife. All it takes is one spark to spread, causing a large amount of damage.

Remember, there’s no such thing as a 'harmless' fire.

Share this wildfire warning to help spread the word.

14/04/2026

It’s Test It Tuesday! Making sure you have working smoke & heat alarms could save your life. Test them weekly to make sure if fire does break out everyone in your home has time to get out safely.

Alarm information: https://rb.gy/dy54of

07/04/2026

If you are holidaying in a caravan or run a caravan site, our CARAVAN SAFETY poster is definitely worth reading / printing for display. On average there are almost 100 caravan fires in Scotland every year.

Get a copy here:

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28/03/2026

Huge thanks to everyone who came along to the charity car wash and duck race today at Kirkmichael Community Fire Station! We're thrilled to announce that we raised a fantastic £𝟭𝟮𝟰𝟴.𝟱𝟱! This will be shared between Fire Fighters Charity and the Blairgowrie Pipe Band. A massive thank you to Angie, Garry, and Shelley for organising such a successful day, and to everyone who supported us by getting their car washed, trying their luck on the tombola, or buying some delicious baking. Your generosity is amazing! 🤩

28/03/2026

Some behind the scenes shots.

Saturday 21st March , we did our 3 in 1 BA course , first in Perth then finishing in Dundee.

Fantastic training staff, and excellent days work from the crew.