Eastwood Fire Station

🐈 LOST CAT 🐈‍⬛

UPDATE 15:30 🐈

Unfortunately he isn’t microchipped so please share so we can locate his owner 🙏

We appear to have gained a new member of our fire station. Unfortunately we cant find any fire kit that will fit.

If this is your cat we have managed to catch it and we are currently taking it to Brinsley Animal rescue to see if its micro chipped.

If this is your cat please get in touch.

Thanks

🚒 INCIDENTS 🚒

Yesterday, the crew from Eastwood had a very busy day responding to incidents across Nottinghamshire.

One of the most significant was a bungalow fire in Toton, which at its height, required 7 fire appliances from Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire on scene. Crews worked tirelessly in challenging conditions to bring the fire under control and prevent further damage.

A huge well done to all personnel involved for their hard work, professionalism, and dedication to keeping our communities safe. 👏

🚨 INCIDENT 🚨

Yesterday evening (16/03/26) at approximately 20:04, crews from Eastwood and Ilkeston Community Fire Station were mobilised to reports of a house fire on Comet Drive, Eastwood.

On arrival, firefighters were faced with a well-developed fire on the first floor of a property. Four breathing apparatus wearers were committed to tackle the fire using hose reel jets, while a positive pressure ventilation fan was used to assist with smoke clearance and improve conditions inside the property.

Thankfully, all occupants had safely evacuated prior to the arrival of the fire service.

Crews worked hard to bring the incident under control and remained on scene until approximately 02:00.

Ensure you have working smoke alarms and a clear escape plan in place. Early detection saves lives.

🚨INCIDENT🚨

Yesterday (12 March) crews from Eastwood Fire Station were mobilised to reports of a large fire on Peck Lane, Gunthorpe.

Two firefighters crewed the High Volume Pump alongside colleagues from Ashfield Fire Station to support water supplies at the incident. Additional personnel operated the Wildfire Support Unit, which was requested to create a fire break and provide extra hose to assist crews tackling the fire.

🚒 Crews from across Nottinghamshire worked together to bring the incident under control and prevent further spread.

Earlier today, crews from Heanor, Eastwood Fire Station, and Alferton were in attendance at a road traffic collision on Milnhay Road, Langley Mill, Heanor. The air ambulance was also in attendance.

The road is currently closed and will remain so for the next several hours whilst the Police carry out their investigation.

🚨 INCIDENT🚨

​At 14:36 today, crews from Eastwood,Stockhill Fire Station and Highfields Fire Station were mobilised to reports of a person in difficulty in the water at Moorgreen Reservoir.

​On arrival, crews quickly located the individual and carried out a successful rescue using a throwline. First aid was administered by firefighters on-scene before the casualty was handed over to our colleagues from East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS).

​The what3words app was instrumental in this incident, allowing us to establish the casualty’s exact location and reach them swiftly. We urge everyone to download the app it can make all the difference in an emergency.

​Please remember to stay safe around open water. Even on a clear day, cold water shock is a real danger.

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🔥 APPLICATIONS 🚒

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