Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service3 days agoCrematorium roof damaged in accidental fireServices are postponed following the blaze which damaged part of Thorncliffe Crematorium.3 days ago19 Mar 2026Fire station 'desperately needs' crew to stay openBroughton in Furness Fire Station says other crews have helped as it works to increase firefighters.19 Mar 202621 Jan 2026Firefighters tackle wind turbine blazeThe small fire posed no risk to the public, Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service says.21 Jan 202619 Dec 2025Retiring chief 'loved being a firefighter'Stuart Hook says he left school with no qualifications before spending 29 years at the fire service.19 Dec 20259 Sep 2025Residents return home after industrial shed fireAbout 30 people leave their homes due to the dangers of two highly flammable cylinders in the shed.9 Sep 202527 Jul 2025Cumbria stories you might have missed this weekThey include cows stuck in quicksand, rent rises in a tourist hotspot and a record breaker's return.27 Jul 202516 Jul 2025Fire service told to improve in six areasIt is the first inspection Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service has had since a change in management. 16 Jul 202517 Jun 2025Safety order after fire at nuclear sub shipyardFive staff members entered the site of the fire while it was still burning, a watchdog says. 17 Jun 20259 Jun 2025Firefighters 'baa-ffled' by sheep on roof With the help of a farmer, firefighters used ladders to bring the escaped sheep down to safety.9 Jun 2025...
