Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service

UPDATE at 20.24 on 12/05/25 - We are still on scene but the below advice is no longer in effect. We'd like to thank the public for their assistance.

We currently have a number of appliances at a fire in Lakes End near Downham Market. People living in the area are advised to keep their doors and windows closed until further notice.

We are currently in attendance at a large building fire on Plumstead road, Norwich. Nearby residents are advised to close windows and traffic to find alternative routes. Thank you.

UPDATE: The road closure in Walcott has now been lifted.

We were called earlier this morning to a house fire in Walcott, where crews rescued two people from the property. Road closures have been put in place (see below), which are expected to last for a number of hours.

Following a large fire at Dibden Road, nearby residents are asked to keep window/doors closed and avoid handling ash/debris. The site involved in the fire contained asbestos. While it is possible that asbestos-containing materials were released in the smoke and deposited as ash or debris in the surrounding area, the risk to health remains low. Asbestos fibres are generally trapped within the material they were originally part of and are not easily released into the air. If you urgently need to use your vehicle and you notice ash on it, dampen the debris and wear protective gloves to remove it. We are arranging for tests to be done and will provide more guidance later today.

As Steve Plunkett couldn't make our annual awards night, he met Carrow white watch, DCFO Scott Norman & GM Emyr Gough so we could thank him. Steve won fundraiser of the year for the Carl Mills Memorial football match. It raised £26k, for @firefighters999 @MindCharity & EAAA.

@EllaaNurse This is lovely, thanks for sharing! We hope you had a great Christmas 🎄🎅🚒

@Norfolkfire his christmas eve was made in king’s lynn when he saw TWO fire engines together 🥰😅

#UPDATE I Police crime scene investigators and the fire investigation team are at the scene in Carterford Drive, Norwich following a fatal house fire yesterday (26 December) See more details and contact here >> orlo.uk/BGAaN

@RosieShead Please DM us Rosie.

@Norfolkfire Hello, I am a reporter from PA Media - do you have a press officer on duty I can email about this incident please?

The thoughts of everyone at Norfolk Fire & Rescue Service are with the family and friends of the resident who tragically died in Norwich this morning. We would like to thank all of our staff involved in this difficult incident and our emergency services colleagues.

Crews are carrying out a training exercise in Great Ellingham at 6.30 this evening. Please do not be alarmed if you see crews and fire engines in the area - this is to test the use of our breathing apparatus. We'd like to thank residents of Crown View for their support.

We are carrying out a training exercise this evening (Monday 11) @Chantry_place with colleagues from @Norfolk Police and @EastEnglandAmb Please do not be alarmed if you see emergency services vehicles in the area.

We carried out a training exercise at @Nrw_Cathedral last night to test fire fighting and salvage procedures at the historic site. It's really important that we hold training like this with partners to test plans and make sure we are skilled and prepared.

We are carrying out a training exercise at Norwich Cathedral this evening (Thurs 7th Nov). Please do not be alarmed if you see a lot of fire engines and crews in the area - we will be there from 6.30 until 10pm. The exercise is testing our procedures for heritage buildings.

If you're celebrating Bonfire Night, remember, remember that going to an organised display is the safest option by far 🎆 If you are planning fireworks at home, please make sure they come from a reputable retailer and carry the UKCA or CE safety mark orlo.uk/V13oC

Our thoughts are with those affected at this time.

Happy Diwali from us all at Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service! 🎆 Enjoy the celebrations and stay safe. We have lots of fireworks safety advice on our website - see link in comments below ⬇️

Happy Halloween from us all at Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service 🎃 If you are celebrating, have a good time - being considerate of others in your community and staying safe. Replace any candles with LED ones and make sure all your costumes carry the UKCA or CE mark for safety ✅