Highlands and Islands Fire Tour - 06/02/2012

Burnt out Living Room tours Highlands as as locals warned to protect homes  [more]

Firefighting modernised in the Highlands and Islands - 26/01/2012

Following consideration and a decision by the Fire Board, Highlands & Islands Fire & Rescue Service has taken delivery of two new appliances, the first of a design that will become standard issue to many stations which provide emergency cover in rural areas.   [more]

Chimney Fire Safety - 09/01/2012

Make sure your chimney is clean and safe for use.  [more]

Winter Road Safety - 11/11/2011

Visit our advice page on Winter Road Safety  [more]

Get Ready for Winter - 28/10/2011

Are you prepared for winter?  [more]

Are you handiprepared? - 27/10/2011

Multi-agency group officially launches social media presence to keep the public warned and informed during a major incident  [more]

Be Prepared for Winter - 25/10/2011

Follow Scottish Water's Winter Code  [more]

New Training Facility & Stations on Shetland Isles Opened - 03/10/2011

Highlands & Islands Fire & Rescue Service’s (HIFRS) Chief Fire Officer Trevor Johnson, visited the Shetland Isles on Saturday (1st October) as opening ceremonies took place to recognise new Stations at Scalloway and Sandwick and a new Fire Training Facility in Sumburgh. Highland and Islands Fire Board Convener, Richard Durham was in attendance to perform the official openings.   [more]

Statement from Chief Fire Officer on Fire Reform - 07/09/2011

Following today’s announcement of a Single Fire Service for Scotland, by the First Minister, Highlands & Islands Fire & Rescue Service’s (HIFRS) Chief Fire Officer, Trevor Johnson, said “Whilst the Government’s announcement of a single Fire and Rescue Service for Scotland was not the preferred option of the Chief Fire Officers’ Association (Scotland), I believe that that we must now look forward, with all stakeholders working together in a positive manner to deliver the Government’s preferred option.   [more]

HIFRS Support Autism Alert Card Launch - 22/08/2011

A new initiative launches in the Highlands today (22nd August) to help address the unique challenges faced by people with autism who are victims of crime and accidents.   [more]

Visit from Roseanna Cunningham MSP - 08/07/2011

Roseanna Cunningham, the recently appointed Minister for Community Safety and Legal Affairs, visited Highlands & Islands Fire & Rescue Service on 7th July.   [more]

Service Awards Ceremony 2011 - 27/06/2011

Highlands & Islands Fire & Rescue Service personnel celebrated a night of triumph on Friday 24th June at our ‘Service Awards Ceremony 2011’.   [more]

Principal Officer Arrangements - 05/05/2011

New Principal Officer Arrangements effective from 5th May  [more]

Invergordon Facilities Tour and Demonstration - 30/03/2011

Highlands & Islands Fire & Rescue Service host facilities tour and demonstration event  [more]

Nethybridge Fire Station - 01/09/2010

Highlands & Islands Fire & Rescue Service are holding a Recruitment Open day for Nethybridge Fire Station on Saturday 4th of September, from 10am to 1pm at the Nethybridge Hotel.  [more]