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Firefighters reiterate call for people to act sensibly as hot and dry conditions continue

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS) is calling for people to stay safe and prevent emergencies as the county continues to experience prolonged hot and dry weather. With many people expected to spend more time outdoors to enjoy the sunshine, firefighters are reiterating their warning not to take barbecues or light campfires in open spaces, including the Peak District National Park. Warm temperatures and low rainfall mean that not only is the Peak tinder dry but others outdoor spaces are […]

25 June 2026 14

Community Notices

UK Heatwave – Health and safety experts shares tips on how to safely use fans

With many parts of the UK grappling with a heatwave, many of us will be looking for ways to beat the heat and keep cool. Fans can be a real help when it comes to managing the heat. Here, the team at High Speed Training share some advice on how to use fans safely and effectively. Dr Richard Anderson, Director of Learning, said: “With temperatures rising, people across the UK will be reaching for their fans to try and keep […]

24 June 2026 23

Community Notices

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service issues advice to stay safe during current heatwave

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service is urging people to act sensibly, stay alert and stay safe during the heatwave. As temperatures continue to rise, the Service is reminding everyone to take extra care amid concerns the weather could cause a rise in emergency incidents across the county. The warning comes as both an amber Met Office weather warning for extreme heat and a red UK Health Security Agency heat-health alert remain in place until Thursday night (25 June). Station Manager […]

23 June 2026 24

Community Notices

Is it too hot to work? Health and safety experts explain what heatwaves mean for the workplace

As we endure yet another mini-heatwave, office-working Brits are once again entering the season of uncomfortably hot working environments, with amber heat alerts in place across the country and temperatures expected to hit 35°C. To help explain what the law says about working in the heat, health and safety experts from High Speed Training have examined how heatwaves impact workers, as well as providing advice for how employers should look after their employees in the hot weather. Working in a […]

22 June 2026 22

Heatwave

Firefighters reiterate call for people to act sensibly as hot and dry conditions continue

UK Heatwave – Health and safety experts shares tips on how to safely use fans

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service issues advice to stay safe during current heatwave

Is it too hot to work? Health and safety experts explain what heatwaves mean for the workplace

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