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People in Devon are being urged to remain vigilant and to take care during the coming days as bad weather continues in the South West.

With more rain, dropping overnight temperatures and windy conditions forecast towards the end of the week, flooding and ice on roads are possible in parts of Devon.

In particular, if you are out and about over the Christmas period, people are...

People in Devon are being urged to keep their friends, family and neighbours safe from the ‘silent killer’ this winter.

Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week is the perfect opportunity to check that you and your loved ones stay safe from the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, the so-called silent killer– this is the message from Wales & West Utilities.

Carbon Monoxide Awareness...

Don’t let your Bonfire Night go up in smoke is the warning from Plymouth City Council as fireworks hit the shop shelves.

"Fireworks are explosives so they need careful handling and storage. Even sparklers can burn at temperatures of more than 1000 degrees Celsius, 10 times hotter than boiling water," said a Council spokesperson.

It is illegal for under 18s to buy fireworks or...

With summer upon us, Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service is asking people to make sure their family, guests and loved ones know how to get out, stay out, and call 999 in the event of a fire.

A smoke alarm can give people the warning they need to get out of their home in a fire, but a blocked exit, locked door or unfamiliar surroundings can often shave vital seconds from...

Devon and Somerset play host to a variety of waterways from marinas, canals, lakes, coastal inlets, harbours and quays. This bank holiday weekend is typically when the boat season will be really getting under way. Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service are working with the Boat Safety Scheme over Boat Safety Week , asking boat owners to ensure they make vital safety checks.

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Devon and Somerset Fire an Rescue are reminding drivers of the dangers of using mobile phones while at the wheel.

They have issued the following advice and information taken from The Honest Truth website in conjunction with National Road Safety Week:

A lot of research shows that using a hand-held or hands-free mobile phone while driving is a significant distraction, and...

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service want your barbecue to be a safe and enjoyable experience, but cooking over hot coals can be hazardous and it's easy to become distracted when you have family and friends around you whilst cooking.

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service would like to offer some safety tips to make sure that you have a safe and enjoyable time....

"In 75% of reported rape cases, the victim had already met their attacker" - a fact highlighted by the police as they launch a new rape prevention campaign aimed at teenagers.

Devon and Cornwall Police's campaign is aimed at 13 to 21-year-olds. It is intended to raise awareness of issues around consent faced by young people.

The central message of the campaign is that sex...