Fire and Rescue Service - Government of Bermuda

Department

Under the Ministry of National Security

What do they do?

The BFRS protects lives and property in case of fire. It also provides the following services:

Emergency services:
- firefighting
- emergency medical response
- vehicle extrication and rescue
- hazardous material response
- emergency special services
Prevention services
- building safety
- community emergency risk management
- commercial training
- fire investigation

PATI statements

Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service Advisory Board

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What to do in an Emergency

It is very important to make sure you are safe, and that your property is safe. If there is an emergency, call 911 immediately. There are many different kinds of emergencies. Many emergencies can be related to: Fire Vehicle accidents or crashes Medical matters Exposure to hazardous waste Industrial accidents. Emergency numbers Emergency Broadcast Station - FM 100.1 MHz Emergency Measures Organisation - 295-0011 Ambulance, Fire, Police - 911 Marine Rescue - 911 BELCO - 955 BTC - 295-1001 Public..

01 March 2016 Fire and Rescue Service 2 min read

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Press Release Sep 30, 2026

Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service Urges Residents to Power Up Their Devices with Fire Safety in Mind

The Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service is teaming up with the US National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) to support Fire Safety Awareness Week, which takes place from October 5-9, 2026.

Press Release Mar 11, 2026

Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service Participates in “100 Men on Campus” at Bermuda Institute

The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service (BFRS) is continuing its island-wide community engagement campaign with a recent visit to the Bermuda Institute, taking part in the school’s annual “100 Men on Campus” initiative. The programme is designed to foster meaningful engagement between students and positive adult role models, inviting fathers, grandfathers and community figures to spend time supporting and interacting with children during the school day. This year, personnel from the Port Royal Fire.

Press Release Oct 6, 2025

Remarks Officially Unveiling Fire Safety Awareness Week 2025 Hamilton Fire Station

Good morning everyone, Chief Fire Officer, members of the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service, distinguished guests, and members of the public, thank you for joining us here at the Hamilton Fire Station as we officially open Fire Safety Week 2025. This annual observance is an important reminder of our shared duty to protect lives, homes, and communities from the dangers of fire. It is not simply a tradition on the calendar, but a call to action that underscores the critical role each of us plays in.