Official @westmidsfire Community Fire Station serving the people of Billesley and the surrounding area. In an emergency, always dial 999.
Joined December 2013
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14 May 2025
This weekend, we swim in memory of one of our own. Dozens of swimmers are taking part in a marathon swim to honour WMFS Crew Commander Iain Hughes, who tragically lost his life attempting a Channel swim for charity.
Donate if you can. Join if you’re able. Let’s do it for Iain.
14 May 2025
Dozens of swimmers are set to join a marathon swim this Fri/Sat in aid of @FireFighters999.
They're continuing the fundraising legacy of WMFS Crew Commander Iain Hughes, who tragically died as he attempted a Channel swim.
Please donate if you can: wmfs.link/3S4kmsn
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24 Oct 2024
Coco the kitten is purring with joy after being safely rescued from a tree by Billesley Green Watch and @WMFSTechRescue. After 3 days stuck up high, she’s back on solid ground, ready for well-earned snuggles and snacks! 🐾🙌 #KittenRescue #purrfect @WestMidsFire
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30 Mar 2024
Incredibly proud to announce that TFF Thurstance is now FF Thurstance. After showing not only commitment to your development but also incredible professionalism over the past 2 years your success is thoroughly deserved! Well Done💪🏻👏🏼 a credit to @WestMidsFire and the Billesley
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17 Dec 2023
🎄🚒 Not what we expected to be hanging from our tree this Christmas! We rushed to rescue what we thought was a decoration but 'fowl' play was afoot, our feathered friend made a full recovery after @WMFSTechRescue and Green Watch came to help #SurpriseRescue @WestMidsFire
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20 Nov 2023
Wall was blighted by derogatory graffiti. Great partnership with @OurSceneCIC @FOSwanshurst instagram.com/forthem_handpa…
Promoting community inclusion and our core values, check it out at
youtu.be/RC6YAHHDb08?feature…
#wearewmfs
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24 Oct 2023
Crews fortunately rescued Bella the 🐶and her owner from floodwater 🚒 Remember, appearances can deceive – water may be deeper and swifter than it seems. Worried about floods near you? Reach out to Floodline at 0345 988 1188 for advice. 🌊 #SafetyFirst #FloodAware @WestMidsFire
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Billesley Fire Station retweeted
7 Oct 2023
📱 Keep a phone near your bed for emergencies, but don't leave it or any gadgets charging overnight. Safety first!
More advice here: wmfs.link/3KZVtdo
#BedtimeSafety #HomeSafety #WeAreWMFS
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7 Oct 2023
Green watch were immensely proud to get involved with @FOSwanshurst and help put up this magnificent totem by Graham Jones 👏 stunning addition to our local park, see if you can spot it while exploring @WestMidsFire
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Billesley Fire Station retweeted
18 Sep 2023
We provide lots of services to make our communities safer, stronger and healthier.
And it's all thanks to our fantastic people. Their professionalism. Their pride.
THEY are the stars of our brand new #WeAreWMFS campaign and video 🌟
Find out more: wmfs.net/we-are-wmfs/
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3 Jul 2023
📣 YOUR views can help to shape your fire service and support your communities!
🚒 Watch and hear more from our Chief Fire Officer Wayne Brown👇
💬 Then please take 10 minutes to fill in our survey - wmfs.net/consultation-2023/
Thank you!
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Billesley Fire Station retweeted
31 Aug 2022
To mark Billesley Fire Stations' 60th birthday, we're attending their celebratory Open Day this Saturday 🎉
Join us and @BhamCityCouncil for a fantastic afternoon where attendees can watch firefighting demos, meet @WMFSBillesley fire dogs and so much more for families to enjoy!
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Billesley Fire Station retweeted
28 Aug 2022
We’ll be at @WMFSBillesley Open Day next Saturday. Come and say hi as we spend the afternoon celebrating their 60th birthday. Lots of things to keep you and the kids entertained #billesley #moseley #Birmingham2022 #birmingham
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Billesley Fire Station retweeted
27 Jul 2022
White Watch from @WMFSBillesley meeting Perry and the community of Billesley as the Queen’s baton to Swanshurst Park today #B2022 #QBR2022
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30 Jun 2022
Carrying out Safe Working at Height assessments with crews from @WMFSHayMills today for Blue Watch @WMFSBillesley #prepared #saferstrongerhealthier #wmfs
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24 Jun 2022
Please be aware that WMFS are currently undertaking a training exercise at Saxelby house in Druids Heath. There will be a number of our appliances in attendance for training purposes only .
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31 May 2022
Blue Watch crews from @WMFSBillesley and @WMFSSolihull attended a house fire caused due to an unattended candle. Crews were on site within 5 mins and had it extinguished shortly after arrival at The importance of closing internal doors is evident below!
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31 May 2022
Crews will be returning to nearby addresses over the next few days to increase fire safety awareness and undertake Safe and Well visits for local residents #saferstrongerhealthier #candlesafety #firesafetyinthehome
ALT Bedroom fire caused by candle on cabinet
ALT The bathroom unaffected as internal door closed
ALT Adjacent room - internal door closed
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Billesley Fire Station retweeted
19 May 2022
How do we plan for risk? What are our objectives? How do we work to make the West Midlands safer, stronger and healthier? All this and more can be found in Our Plan - our three-year rolling strategy. Find out how everything is connected: wmfs.net/our-plan/
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Billesley Fire Station retweeted
14 Apr 2022
Highgate will be proudly working alongside community partners to help support those directly affected by the conflict in Ukraine.
The station will act as a donation hub accepting the following equipment.
Your generosity is much appreciated.
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Billesley Fire Station retweeted
11 Apr 2022
WMFS would like to ask you to join us in celebrating our new Safety Campaign Graphics! We are proud of how they look. We have multiple designs across our fleet. Can you spot them all? Share your pictures and spread the message. Stay Safe and Well Everyone!
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