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Benefits of sprinklers demonstrated following Edinburgh Recycling Fire

Edinburgh

Major, expensive fires can often be avoided by using various fire prevention strategies. Automatic Water Suppression Systems (AWSS) are one effective approach, as they can help contain, control, or sometimes even extinguish a building fire before the arrival of the Fire Rescue Service. (FRS) This...

Sprinklers extinguish fire in Herefordshire Cafe

Herefordshire

Summary In April 2026, a minor fire incident occurred at a café situated within a shopping centre in Herefordshire. The fire and rescue service were mobilised following notification of a confirmed fire by the alarm receiving centre. 35 years after staying dormant the building’s sprinkler...

Benefits of sprinklers demonstrated following waste recycling fire

Forth

Introduction Major, expensive fires can often be avoided by using various fire prevention strategies. Automatic Water Suppression Systems (AWSS) are one effective approach, as they can help contain, control, or sometimes even extinguish a building fire before the Fire Rescue Service (FRS) arrives. This incident...