Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service Central Station

14/06/2026

🚗❌🔴 RED CARD for drink /drug driving!
Plan to watch the World cup match at the local pub tonight? Don’t tackle the drive home if you are under the influence .
*Arrange a designated driver *🚕Book a taxi or use the bus 🚌
Let’s keep our community safe !

Between 2014 and 2023, there was a 70% increase in deceased drivers where drugs were present. Young men are overrepresented, with around 90% of drivers impaired by drugs in collisions being male, and 4 in every 10 aged between 17 and 29.* Overconfidence and a tendency to underestimate the risks are....

13/06/2026

This week it’s drowning prevention week.

Our advice to you is to keep away from open water

Keep children at arms reach at all times

Stay away from the edges of rivers, canals and reservoirs especially if wet or icy conditions.

Be aware that cold water can cause cold water shock, making it difficult to breath or swim.

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

Today Central fire station will be at the riverside festival with Birstall station. Don’t miss live water rescue demonstrations form 11:00-12:00.

01/06/2026

25/05/2026

This weekend our crews attended a house fire that started from an E-Bike.

E-bikes and e-scooters use lithium-ion batteries and can become extremely dangerous if damaged, overcharged, or used with the wrong charger.

E-Bike Safety Tips:

✅ Use the correct charger
✅ Never charge overnight or near exits
✅ Avoid blocking hallways and doorways
✅ Stop using damaged batteries immediately
✅ Install working smoke alarms
✅ Store and charge e-bikes in a safe, ventilated area

A fire can spread in seconds — which is why one simple action can save lives:

Always close internal doors at night and when leaving your home.

As you can see from the pictures below the door in the corridor to the kitchen was closed.

Why does closing your door help?

- Slows the spread of fire and smoke
- Protects escape routes
- Gives you and your family more time to get out safely
- Reduces damage to your home

A closed door could be the barrier that saves a life.

16/05/2026

11/05/2026

This afternoon Green Watch attended a kitchen fire which started due to an electrical fault with a fridge freezer. The residents were alerted by working smoke alarms.

These pictures show the importance of closing the door to the compartment upon discovering a fire to slow down the spread of fire and smoke. 3 cats were successfully rescued from the flat and are safe and well 😺🚒

21/04/2026

It’s Week - raising awareness of the risks around water and help prevent accidental drowning.

Spending time by the water should be enjoyable – but it can be dangerous. Many accidental drownings are preventable.

If you unexpectedly fall into water, cold water shock can take your breath away. Fight the instinct to panic and
➡ Tilt your head back
➡ Keep your ears submerged
➡ Relax and spread your arms and legs It could save your life.

09/03/2026

Today Green Watch have rescued Mr Badger who managed to get himself wedged inbetween a brick wall and a garden fence, he’s now in better spirits and in the good hands of the RSPCA 🦡