Gibraltar Fire and Rescue Service - Deputy Chief Fire Officer! Proud to serve our Community - Always call 999 in case of Emergencies.
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Matthew Payas DCFO GFRS retweeted
In memory of our esteemed friend, colleague, and former Divisional Officer, Mr. Jose Yeo, the Gibraltar Fire and Rescue Service family extends its deepest and most sincere condolences to his family and loved ones. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all May he rest in peace.
Matthew Payas DCFO GFRS retweeted
Next Friday 15th May sees the commencement of the high risk season within the Upper Rock Nature Reserve. As we approach the warmer/dryer season, we can all do our bit to ensure we protect our wildlife areas. Please take heed of the advice.
Matthew Payas DCFO GFRS retweeted
Congratulations to Leading Fire Fighter Christian Navas and John Sheppard on completing the London Marathon — what a fantastic accomplishment! #StrokeAssociation
Matthew Payas DCFO GFRS retweeted
GFRS personnel have completed specialist training at the Fire Service College. Firefighters undertook a 3 day Breathing Apparatus Advanced Refresher course.
In addition, Officers completed the Incident Command Level 1 course, developing core command skills. @GibraltarGov
Matthew Payas DCFO GFRS retweeted
GFRS personnel complete specialist training in the UK chronicle.gi/gfrs-personnel-…
Matthew Payas DCFO GFRS retweeted
During today’s power outage, crews responded to:
• 12 Lift rescues
• 1 Arcing cable
• 1 Automatic fire alarm
• 1 Report of smoke issuing
PROTECTION, PREVENTION & RESPONSE
In case of emergency dial 999
Matthew Payas DCFO GFRS retweeted
2 GFRS appliances responded to a fire involving rooftop solar (PV) panels at Europa Sports Complex.
FFs worked swiftly to extinguish the fire, ensuring the safety of the premises & surrounding area.
We thank the public for their continued support
Matthew Payas DCFO GFRS retweeted
We hope you've all had a good start to the new year. We have now started the Petroleum Licence renewal process, which will carry on until the 31st March.@GibraltarGov
Matthew Payas DCFO GFRS retweeted
Mech Julian North recently completed a fire service pump maintenance/servicing course in Godiva, Warwick, UK.This course is designed to equip participants with the essential skills & knowledge to operate/maintain our range of pumps, essential to ensure operational readiness🪛🔧🚒
Matthew Payas DCFO GFRS retweeted
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who generously contributed to our Just Giving page in support of Prostate Cancer Gib’s Walnut Campaign. It was a pleasure to take part in the official shave off event, a powerful moment of solidarity and community spirit.
Matthew Payas DCFO GFRS retweeted
GFRS crews have been supporting The Walnut Campaign throughout the month of Nov.We will be attending the Prostate Cancer Gibraltar shave off on Sat 29th Nov 1200 at the Piazza. Donations to this very worthy cause can still be made via our JustGiving page.justgiving.com/page/gfrs-soc…
Matthew Payas DCFO GFRS retweeted
The Supported Needs & Disability Office & The GFRS have collaborated to promote the use of Personal Emergency Evac Plans(PEEP)A PEEP is a doc which serves as a plan for a person who may need assistance to evacuate a bldg or reach a place of safety in the event of an emergency
Matthew Payas DCFO GFRS retweeted
🚨UPDATE: All incidents successfully resolved. Crews and appliances back at station ready to respond again.
Matthew Payas DCFO GFRS retweeted
🚨UPDATE: Incindents being delt with by all our crews. We ask the general public to bear with us as our resources are stretched.
Matthew Payas DCFO GFRS retweeted
🚨Incidents: Due to the power failure, our control room is receiving substantial number of calls from persons trapped in lifts. All appliances responding to incidents throughout Gibraltar. Crews are being redeployed to attend to these numerous calls.
Matthew Payas DCFO GFRS retweeted
Saddened to hear of the passing of Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service Chief Fire Officer Rob Taylor. On behalf of the Gibraltar Fire & Rescue Service we offer our deepest condolences to his family, friends and colleagues during this difficult time. @DerbyshireFRS
