The official Twitter page for Congleton Fire Station of @CheshireFire. Making Cheshire safer. This account is not monitored 24/7. In an Emergency Dial 999.

Congleton, England
Joined March 2018
Checking your legal tyre tread depth is one of the most important checks you can make on your car. The tyres are the only contact point between your vehicle and the road. Please refer to the attached links and video. orlo.uk/gHlvC orlo.uk/Gy4t4 #oldtyreskill
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Please help us reduce the number of deliberate fires in Cheshire Setting fires deliberately is an offence. If you have any information please report it! You can contact the Police online or by calling 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111. orlo.uk/1Ihtk
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We are aware of a technical issue affecting 999 calls from landlines in the North Rode and surrounding areas. If you are having difficulties calling 999 from your landline please use a mobile phone. Normal service is expected to resume approximately 01:00 tomorrow morning.
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Please don’t be tempted to cool off in open water during the hotter weather. Water safety isn't just being able to swim. "Do you know what to do if you get into trouble in the water? Please watch the video below and share. 👉orlo.uk/FWNIZ #DrowningPreventionWeek #DPW
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Please take extra care when cooking, never leave a cooker or pan unattended and make sure your smoke alarms are working. orlo.uk/jNLy8 orlo.uk/t8UNv #FireKills
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We salute the hundreds of thousands of servicemen who made the journey across the Channel on this day 80 years ago. Their heroic endeavour paved the way for the end of the Second World War. We will not forget their bravery and sacrifice. #DDay80
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Boat fires on our inland waters is relatively low but they can happen. Please refer to the links and follow some simple advice and you can ensure your boating activities are a safe and enjoyable. orlo.uk/CncEu orlo.uk/aEqMv #BoatSafetyWeek #Boating
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Congleton Fire Station are at Glebe Farm, Astbury May Day. Why not come along and say hello and take a look at our Road Safety stand. There’s lots of interesting information relating to Drink and Drug Driving. #Fatal5
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Your chances of escaping a fire successfully will improve if you have an effective plan of action (fire escape plan). Please refer to the attached video and link for advice orlo.uk/ZfLQb orlo.uk/ShRBe
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The water may look inviting but even on a warm day the water can be cold. It doesn’t matter if you’re a strong swimmer. Jumping into the water to cool off can lead to cold water shock, which can result in drowning. orlo.uk/JQdD9 #BeWaterAware #FloatToLive
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Stay together and away from water when drinking. 26% of people who accidentally drowned in 2022 had alcohol and/or drugs in their system. Don’t let man down become man drowned #BeWaterAware
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Never enter the water to rescue your dog - who will rescue you? Most dogs manage to scramble out - some owners are not so lucky. orlo.uk/TAA6t #BeWaterAware
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Careful not to lose your footing on your waterside stroll or run. Riverbanks and coastal paths can be unstable. Stick to proper pathways and keep clear of the edge. orlo.uk/hTsYX #BeWaterAware
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Do you love to spend time around water? Stay safe - 40% of people who accidentally drowned in 2022 had no intention of entering the water. Would you know what to do if you or a loved one fell in? #BeWaterAware #FloatToLive orlo.uk/kZvQh
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Please take extra care when driving in adverse weather as road conditions can be dangerous. please refer to the video for safety information. orlo.uk/g9wWC
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Next week 22nd – 28th April we are supporting @NFCC_FireChiefs drowning prevention and water safety week. Look out for #BeWaterAware for advice to help you enjoy the water safely orlo.uk/8VuwF
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Emergency services are at the scene of a road traffic collision on Sandbach Road, Wall Hill. The road is currently closed, please avoid the area. orlo.uk/wWvff
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Setting fires deliberately is an offence. You can contact the Police online or call 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111. If you see any suspicious activity contact Cheshire Police on their non emergency number 101 - dial 999 in an emergency. orlo.uk/XoRqa
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Setting fires deliberately is an offence. If you have any information about deliberate fires, please report it. You can contact the Police online or by calling 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111. orlo.uk/GNV99
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No Smoking Day 13th March 2024 Quitting smoking altogether is the best way to remove the risk of having a cigarette or smoking material related fire. Please follow the link for Home fire safety and advice for smokers. orlo.uk/pGfjy
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