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This #InternationalControlRoomWeek, we're saying a huge thank you to our fire control team at North West Fire Control for the great work they do to support our firefighters and protect the public of Greater Manchester, Cumbria, Cheshire and Lancashire every day 📞🎉 They are our vital link between our communities and our firefighters, providing calm reassurance in difficult moments, gathering essential information, and helping us respond quickly and effectively to incidents 🚒
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Children’s themed costumes are currently classified as toys. Remember all garments have a risk of being flammable – you must keep them away from naked flames to prevent your child from sustaining devastating burns.
GMFRS and Together we are Greater Manchester logos and wording that says: ‘Always check costumes are UKCA or CE marked to ensure they meet the required safety standards.’ Underneath are the UKCA and CE logos. Spiderweb design element.

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⏰ Clocks go back an hour tomorrow (Sunday 25 October). While you're setting your clocks, take a minute to test your smoke alarms too. A working smoke alarm gives you vital extra time to escape if a fire does occur in your home - press the button until it sounds.
Test your smoke alarm. Photo of person pushing test button on smoke alarm. GMFRS and Together we are GM logos.

ALT Test your smoke alarm. Photo of person pushing test button on smoke alarm. GMFRS and Together we are GM logos.

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🎃👻 ONE WEEK TO GO! Spooktacular is BACK!👻🎃 🗓️ Date: Saturday, 31 October 2026 🕛 Time: 12pm – 6pm 📍 Location: GMFRS Training and Safety Centre, Hinds Lane, Bury, BL8 2GN What's in store this year? - Our famous interactive spooky walk-through tour - Children's rides and activities - Food and refreshment stalls - Family friendly fun for all ages - Raising money for the Fire Fighters Charity - Plus loads more! Dare to enter our interactive spooky walk through experience? Tickets are £5 per person and recommended for ages 10 and over, children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets for the interactive spooky walkthrough are selling fast! We recommend pre-booking your tickets on Eventbrite to avoid missing out: orlo.uk/EWhkl No booking is required for the event itself or any of the other activities – simply come along and enjoy the fun!
Poster featuring silhouettes of zombies in a graveyard against a full moon advertising 'SPOOKTACULAR' event. Text reads: "Saturday, 31 October 2026, 12pm-6pm, GMFRS Training and Safety Centre, Hinds Lane, Bury, BL8 2GN. Followed by: Our famous interactive spooky walk-through tour, Children's rides and activities, Food and refreshment stalls, Family friendly fun for all ages, Raising money for the Fire Fighters Charity. GMFRS and Together we are Greater Manchester logos feature at the bottom of the graphic.

ALT Poster featuring silhouettes of zombies in a graveyard against a full moon advertising 'SPOOKTACULAR' event. Text reads: "Saturday, 31 October 2026, 12pm-6pm, GMFRS Training and Safety Centre, Hinds Lane, Bury, BL8 2GN. Followed by: Our famous interactive spooky walk-through tour, Children's rides and activities, Food and refreshment stalls, Family friendly fun for all ages, Raising money for the Fire Fighters Charity. GMFRS and Together we are Greater Manchester logos feature at the bottom of the graphic.

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Anonymously report what you know about deliberate fire-setting or attacks on firefighters to FireStoppers on 0800 169 5558. #BangOutOfOrder
Fire burning behind silhouette of fire engine. Deliberate fires destroy communities. Know who’s starting fires? Speak up. Stay safe. Tell us what you know FireStoppers 0800 169 5558 firestoppersreport.co.uk 100% anonymous always. GMFRS logo

ALT Fire burning behind silhouette of fire engine. Deliberate fires destroy communities. Know who’s starting fires? Speak up. Stay safe. Tell us what you know FireStoppers 0800 169 5558 firestoppersreport.co.uk 100% anonymous always. GMFRS logo

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Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
2 Wheels Greater Manchester@2WheelsGMOct 19
On Sunday 25 October, the clocks go back. That familiar journey home from work or college could suddenly mean darker roads, dazzling headlights, wet surfaces and drivers who don't always spot us 2wheelsgm.com/media/2wgm-blo… #2WheelsGM #RideSmart #TyreSafety #WinterRiding
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If your smoke alarm went off, would you know what to do? 🏢 Make sure you know the evacuation plan for the building you live in. If you don’t, speak to your landlord or managing agent to find out. Know your escape route and practice it with housemates. 📱In an emergency, always phone 999.
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Last year we attended 935 fires started deliberately during the bonfire night period. Anti-social behaviour is #BangOutOfOrder and has serious consequences. If you deliberately start a fire or make a hoax call, you could potentially receive a heavy fine or six months in prison.
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Last week our Outreach Team visited the Burns Unit at Wythenshawe Hospital to support Burns Awareness Day. We spoke with members of the public about how to treat burns safely and shared information about our Home Fire Safety Assessments. #BeBurnsAware
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Are you one of our retired staff members, or perhaps you are approaching retirement? If so, you might be interested in the @firefighters999 Living Well groups to keep in touch with former colleagues and friends. The next event is taking place on Wednesday, 21 October, 10.30am-12.30pm at Manchester Central Community Fire Station. Find out more on our website: orlo.uk/oDAJT
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We all need to take care when cooking. 🥘 Never leave cooking unattended. 📺 Don’t get distracted while cooking. 🍳 Take care when frying - hot oil or fat can easily catch fire.
Keep looking when cooking. Distraction leads to fire. Illustration of a pan on flames. Flames design in background

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Worried that an apprenticeship at GMFRS won’t work with family life? Meet Siobhan. She had twins when she started her apprenticeship course and has since gone on to become a fully-fledged driver. Take the first step towards a career in the Fire Service. Complete our Expression of Interest to start your journey: orlo.uk/WS0rE
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Last year there were 1,020 reports of anti-social behaviour involving fireworks over the bonfire night period. Playing with fireworks is #BangOutOfOrder and can have serious consequences, including injuries to yourself or others. Always follow the Firework Safety Code: orlo.uk/eDMBh
Illustration of hand with bandage. Play with fireworks. Get burnt. #BangOutOfOrder GMFRS logo

ALT Illustration of hand with bandage. Play with fireworks. Get burnt. #BangOutOfOrder GMFRS logo

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A national fireworks distributor and two retailers have been prosecuted following GMFRS investigations into storage and licensing breaches. Fireworks are explosives. Businesses that fail to meet their legal responsibilities risk enforcement action, including prosecution. Read more here: orlo.uk/L8icP
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ALT A warehouse filled with stacks of cardboard boxes labelled as fireworks against a red brick wall.

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ALT A glass display cabinet in a shop filled with various boxes and packs of colourful fireworks with price stickers.

A metal shelf packed with various boxes and tubes of colourful fireworks in a storage room.

ALT A metal shelf packed with various boxes and tubes of colourful fireworks in a storage room.

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The first 20 minutes after a burn or scald are important. Knowing the right first aid can help limit the severity of the injury. Remember: Cool, Call, Cover 💧 COOL the burn under cool running water for 20 minutes 📞 CALL 999 for serious burns or seek medical advice 🩹 COVER the burn loosely with cling film #BeBurnsAware #CoolCallCover
The first 20 minutes matter most - 'cool' with person running hand under water, 'call' holding mobile phone and 'cover' with person putting clingfilm on hand. CBT logo

ALT The first 20 minutes matter most - 'cool' with person running hand under water, 'call' holding mobile phone and 'cover' with person putting clingfilm on hand. CBT logo

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Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service retweeted
Greater Manchester Combined Authority
@greatermcrOct 12
This week we acknowledge Hate Crime Awareness Week. We want you to know that if you've experienced a hate crime, you don't have to face it alone. Greater Manchester Victims' Services offers free, confidential support for anyone affected by hate crime across Greater Manchester, whether or not you've reported it to the police. Get help in a way that works for you, at your own pace. orlo.uk/skEf3
Black-and-white portrait of a person looking towards the camera. Text over the portrait reads: “It’s easier to ignore it.” Below, the campaign message reads: “You don’t have to deal with hate alone.” Your support starts here. Call: 0800 867 6155 or visit gmvictimsservices.org

ALT Black-and-white portrait of a person looking towards the camera. Text over the portrait reads: “It’s easier to ignore it.” Below, the campaign message reads: “You don’t have to deal with hate alone.” Your support starts here. Call: 0800 867 6155 or visit gmvictimsservices.org

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🚬 The best way to prevent a smoking-related fire at home 🏠 is to stop smoking. For help and support to quit 👉 orlo.uk/QxUI4 #Stoptober
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Last year we were called to 152 false alarms at student accommodation, with almost a third of these due to smoke detection being set off by cooking and burnt toast. 🚒 That's time our fire engines may have been diverted from real emergencies. Help prevent false alarms by avoiding distractions in the kitchen and thinking about ventilation when you're cooking. 🍳🍽️
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Ever wondered what skills you learn on the GMFRS apprenticeship course? Hear from Lewis, who recently passed his initial 18-week training course and is now out on station to continue his apprenticeship. Sounds like something you’d be interested in? Complete our Expression of Interest to start your journey: orlo.uk/uTyy8
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🏍️ Sign up to a three-hour Biker Down! session with our Motorcycle Risk Reduction Team to learn the essential skills you’d need, if you witness or are involved in a road collision, as a motorcyclist. Book your free place on the next session in Bury, on Sunday 18 October 👉 orlo.uk/64QHy
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