Fire fighters strike: Residents asked to take extra care

Residents are being asked to take extra care at home to help reduce the demand on Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) during industrial action.

On Wednesday, September 25, between 12noon and 4pm, firefighters will be taking industrial action, which means there will be greatly reduced fire cover across the country.

There will be a limited number of fire engines available and the Emergency Fire Crews riding them will not be trained to the same level.

Now more than ever residents need to think about fire safety at home.

Most fires in the home are preventable and you can help to prevent them by following the advice on the GMFRS website at www.manchesterfire.gov.uk/takeextracare

By taking extra care, being vigilant and following the steps below you can help protect yourself and your loved ones from danger during industrial action.

If you would like to book a Home Safety Check, which may include the fitting of smoke alarms please call 0800 555 815.

Steps you can take to help yourself and reduce the demand on the basic fire cover that GMFRS is providing:

• Get a working smoke alarm.
• Know what could cause a fire in your home and make sure you and your family know how to prevent it.
• Plan your escape in case there is a fire.
• Look out for family and neighbours.
• Only dial 999 in a genuine emergency.