Candles are Deadly🕯️ As part of the 12 Days of Christmas Fire Safety campaign, Meath Fire and Rescue's Barry Balfe talks us through a daily fire safety tip for around the home. Barry and his colleagues across the county aim to raise awareness among County Meath residents about common fire hazards and safety risks during the festive season. On the second day of Christmas, Meath Fire and Rescue advise you at home to NEVER place candles near your Christmas tree, decorations, cards and furnishings. Christmas sees an increase in the number of people lighting candles in the home but also an increase in callouts for house fires. 🔥🚒 #MeathFireandRescue #FireSafety #ChristmasSafety

⚠️ High Tide Advisory – East Meath Coast (Laytown–Bettystown–Mornington) Storm Bram will bring very strong winds, surge and high waves, meaning conditions along the East Meath coastline will be dangerous around today’s afternoon high tide (approximately 2pm to 3pm). Please stay away from the coast, beaches, piers and coastal car parks during this period, as strong onshore winds, elevated water levels (storm surge) and large waves may cause overtopping and coastal flooding. Safety first: Follow the Irish Coast Guard advice—“Stay Back, Stay High, Stay Dry.” Do not take risks or drive through flood water. Keep updated: Met Éireann warnings & marine updates: met.ie/warnings-today.html Get local alerts: Sign up for Meath Alerts (MapAlerter) for free SMS/email/app notifications on severe weather, roads and more: alerts.meath.ie/ We’ll continue to share updates here. Please check on neighbours, avoid coastal areas during the above window, and stay safe. #StormBram #Meath #StayBackStayHighStayDry

12 Days of Christmas Fire Safety Campaign Meath County Council Fire & Rescue Service (MCCFRS) launched its annual 12 Days of Christmas Fire Safety Campaign today at Buvinda House. This initiative aims to raise awareness among County Meath residents about common fire hazards and safety risks during the festive season. As part of the campaign, we have a short video each evening with a safety tip for around the home this Christmas. Brochures will also be available in all Meath libraries over the festive period. In addition, each fire station will host at least one promotional event (approximately two hours) within their local area during the Christmas period. Keep an eye out for our stands at your local shopping centre, library, or other community hub.

Test Your Smoke Alarm🚒 As part of the 12 Days of Christmas Fire Safety campaign, Meath Fire and Rescue's Barry Balfe talks us through a daily fire safety tip for around the home. Barry and his colleagues across the county aim to raise awareness among County Meath residents about common fire hazards and safety risks during the festive season. On the first day of Christmas, Meath Fire and Rescue advise you at home to test your smoke alarm. Make sure your home has at least two working smoke alarms.👍 #MeathFireandRescue #FireSafety #ChristmasSafety

Public Safety Messaging There is a potential for tidal flooding in coastal areas, especially in Eastern counties. In addition to this, heavy persistent showers are expected, which in turn may lead to surface flooding in urban locations. High seas; the public are advised to stay away from coastal areas during this period. The Irish Coast Guard are appealing to people to “Stay Back, Stay High, Stay Dry”. Stay away from swollen rivers, streams and flooded riverbanks – banks can collapse without warning. Avoid open riverbanks and canal paths in flood conditions – water levels and currents may be far stronger than usual. Slow down, increase stopping distances and watch for surface water and debris on roads If the road ahead is flooded, do not enter – turn around and find another route. Follow advice from emergency services and your local authority: • Avoid contact with floodwater where possible; it may be contaminated with sewage, chemicals or sharp debris • Farmers in affected areas are advised to move vehicles, machinery and livestock to higher ground before flooding arrives, where possible. • People are advised to prepare for this period of severe weather, including ensuring their mobile phone is fully charged to enable communication. Monitor Met Éireann forecasts and/or visit met.ie/ for the most up to date information. Information is available across social media platforms and other news media sources. ESB Networks is highlighting the dangers posed by fallen live wires and is advising the public and the emergency services to stay away from these fallen cables and to report such cases to it immediately. ESB Emergency Services can be contacted at 1800 372 999. The public can monitor PowerCheck.ie. In regards to power restoration times.

Hands-On Experience for Fire and Rescue Cadets Meath County Council Fire and Rescue Service commenced their first TY Cadet Programme yesterday, with 11 participants from local TY classes attending. The four day programme was developed to immerse participants in all aspects of fire service activities that are practical, enjoyable, and educational. The programme is an opportunity for participants to develop life skills in an engaging environment. This programme will ✅ Enable young people to work alongside positive role models. ✅ Raise self-esteem and confidence of attendees. ✅ Improve learning and academic skills. ✅ Enhance future recruitment. ✅ Increase feelings of social responsibility and citizenship. All participants on completion of the course will receive certification in CPR, Manual Handling and Fire Safety.

Together Against Fire Today marks the start of Fire Safety Week 2025. This year's theme 'Together Against Fire' is to support and protect the most vulnerable members of our community through simple actions and shared knowledge among neighbours, friends, and family. Recent data has shown that those aged 65 and over and living alone are at the greatest risk of fire related accidents and fatalities. Meath County Council Fire and Rescue Service are asking people to work together, to not only ensure their own homes are safe from fire, but also to check in on our more vulnerable members of the community to ensure their homes are fire safe. 🔗 Full article is available here bit.ly/3J4aQog #25FSW #STOPfire