County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service

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Our vision is Safest People, Safest Places in County Durham and Darlington. Our aim is to give you an insight into our Fire Service and how we strive to achieve our vision. The 'About Us' section details who we are, what we do, where we are situated and our responsibilities as a transparent and accountable organisation. We are always pleased to hear from you, send us your feedback and comments in the section titled, 'Contact Us'.

Stay Safe from Fire

Download the fire safety advice checklist to see if your home is safe from fire. You could use it to check your home every week. Take the checklist around your home to check if it is safe from fire. Remember, this could save your life!

Doing some simple things can stop a fire starting in your home which could save your life. A smoke alarm can save your life. It will make a loud beeping noise to warn you if there is a fire. This could give you time to escape. One of the most common causes of fire is electrical. Please take a moment to review these points.

 

Bringing Down the Tower

Demolition of Fire StationThe final stage of the demolition of County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service’s old fire station on Watling Road, Bishop Auckland was completed today.

The training tower which has dominated the local skyline for over half a century was raised to the ground during the controlled demolition.

Last Updated on Thursday, 02 September 2010 09:37 Read more...
 

A new three-digit number 111 will make it easier for patients to access non-emergency NHS healthcare

A new three-digit number - 111 - that will make it easier for patients to access non-emergency NHS healthcare wherever they are, 24 hours a day, was launched by Health Secretary Andrew Lansley today.

Last Updated on Monday, 23 August 2010 12:35 Read more...
 

Finishing Touches put to Durham Fire Station Open Day

Durham White Watch Final preparations for the Durham Fire Station Open Day on Sunday 5th September are being made with the fun filled line up nearing completion.

The day is an opportunity to meet the firefighters and staff on the station and to witness their skills in a variety of breathtaking displays. The schedule of events follows....

Last Updated on Friday, 03 September 2010 18:13 Read more...
 

Fire Service Warn of Bogus Callers

County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service are urging residents and business owners to be vigilant to the dangers of bogus callers pretending to be from the Fire Service.

As part of the Service’s community safety role, firefighters and Community Safety Officers offer advice to residents on how to reduce the risk from fire in your home, which could include a visit to the property. Some residents may also receive a request to take part in a quality assurance check conducted by the Headquarter Community Safety Team to help improve the service provided to the community.

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Service Headquarters  
Finchale Road 
Framwellgate Moor, Durham 
DH1 5JR, UK 
Telephone: Tel: 0191.384.3381 
Fax: Fax: 0191.383.0907 
Mobile Phone Number: Minicom: 0191.384.7840 
E-mail: Email: ServiceHQ@ddfire.gov.uk
In an emergency dial 999

Important! If you have a complaint or concern relating to Fire Safety in a home, building or business - please telephone immediately 0191 3843381 (24 hours).

Documents and Reports

PLEASE NOTE: Links to published Service documents and reports can be found on the page entitled "Documents and Reports" or under the section "About Us" from the main menu.

Standards Committee

The Fire Authority has a Standards Committee that is In place to promote and maintain high standards of conduct between members of the Fire Authority. The Committee meets twice per year or as required. The current Membership of the standards committee is [ read more... ]