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28th May 2020
Issue 1115
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Hatfield moor fires South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue were called to a fire on Hatfield Moors at 05:35 pm on Sunday 17 May. Since then, fire crews have had fire engines and firefighters from across the entire service attend the incident in a bid to tackle the fire. With support from neighbouring services, crews are doing all they can to extinguish the blaze. Despite the challenging weather conditions, firefighters are continuing to make good progress at the Hatfield Moors fire. The tactics deployed over the last few days, which include the use of a specialist helicopter to attack the fire from above and the use of fire breaks to prevent further spread, have continued to be in use throughout today. Agencies involved include both South Yorkshire and Humberside fire services, Public Health England, Scottish Power and the
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Environment Agency. A range of other fire and rescue services have been in attendance, too. Doncaster Council and Natural England have also been heavily involved in the incident response, working with firefighters to protect as much of the landscape, habitats and wildlife as possible. The key messages from all in attendance remain the same: Stay away from Hatfield Moors whilst firefighters do their work Close windows and doors if you’re being affected by the smoke plume Firefighters from Stocksbridge were called to Springwood Road, Hoyland, at 7.14pm. Upon arrival they found a wheelie bin well alight. This is thought to have been started accidentally, after ashes from a disposable BBQ were placed in there. It was dealt with by 7.39pm.
True Steel Spirit of Sheffield revealed as city unites
Sheffield businesses unite to support the vulnerable Although we’ve been working at distance, our city has come together like never before. We have received astounding support from individuals, businesses small and large and charities, citywide. Generosity is in Sheffielder’s natures and the overwhelming kindness of spirit has shown that our city has answered the call to deliver help and support to the most vulnerable of our citizens at a time like never before. This is a message of thanks to each and every person and organisation who has helped with an act of kindness that the city will not soon forget. Leader of Sheffield City Council, Julie Dore, said: “It is heart-warming to see so many businesses and charities coming together to support the immediate
needs of vulnerable people and families across the city. “My sincere thanks go out to each and every person who is volunteering their time to support their local community in a time of crisis, and to every business and charity going the extra mile in support of the Community Support Service in Sheffield. “As we all adjust to the ‘new normal’ during the pandemic, our great city continues to rise to the challenge of delivering emergency supplies to those who need them and in combating loneliness with emotional wellbeing telephone support on offer. Together we will get through this.” As well as our amazing key workers, we want to thank our local community organisations and businesses for all they are doing during this difficult time.
The voluntary, community and faith sectors have a lot to be proud of right now. We’d like to give them all our heartfelt thanks on behalf of Sheffield City Council’s Community Helpline for their amazing dedication and ongoing support. These organisations are supporting some of the city’s most vulnerable residents, not just now, but every day. They provide a lifeline for anyone feeling lonely or isolated and are helping with everything from providing food, delivering food parcels, collecting medicines and offering help and advice on a large range of services. For more information on their amazing work, you can look for Community groups at VAS http://www.vas. org.uk/what-we-do/covid19/.
