Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service15 hrs agoHouse fire being investigated as arsonFirefighters from Berkshire and Surrey spent more than four hours tackling the blaze on Wednesday.15 hrs ago2 days agoCrane hero who saved man from burning building diesGlen Edwards was praised for his quick-thinking actions in the Reading fire in November 2023.2 days ago20 Feb 2026Deer marooned on River Thames island rescuedThe deer was brought to safety from the island by firefighters on Thursday.20 Feb 202616 Feb 2026Care home crew visit 'meant so much' to ex-firefighterDavid Hedger, 79, worked for Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service for 30 years.16 Feb 202612 Feb 2026New chief fire officer appointed to lead serviceMark Arkwell will take over from chief fire officer Wayne Bowcock, who will retire on 27 March.12 Feb 20263 Feb 2026One injured after fire at industrial buildingThe fire in Reading was tackled by firefighters from four counties.3 Feb 202621 Jan 2026Drivers warned after car gets stuck in waterThe fire and rescue service said it found the car in about 4ft (1.2m) of water on Tuesday.21 Jan 202615 Jan 2026Fire services on verge of 'failure' says unionThe Fire Brigades Union says changes to services in the region are putting both the public and firefighters at risk.15 Jan 202614 Jan 2026Outgoing fire chief worried about service fundingWayne Bowcock, who joined the service in 2021, will leave it in March after a 33-year career.14 Jan 2026...
