According to the latest performance report, Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service attended over 8,400 incidents last year, with 726 of those being road traffic collisions. 

Firefighters attended over 1,600 outdoor fires between April 2021 and March 2022, a nine per cent decrease compared to the previous year. 

The report, titled the Statement of Assurance, for the 2021 to 2022 period, also highlights prevention work carried out in the local community.

Within the community, the service completed over 3,500 Safe and Well visits during 2021/2022, which included fitting smoke and heat detectors as well as offering individuals advice on fire safety. 

These services were carried out in the homes of the most vulnerable, including the elderly and less mobile who may find it harder to escape if a fire were to occur in their homes. 

Other highlights of the report include the service's delivery of The Prince's Trust programme, which supported 105 young people, and the introduction of a new Environmental and Sustainability Strategy. 

Assistant Chief Fire Officer for Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service, Michelle Hickmott, said: "I am pleased that the report highlights all the work we have carried out and continue to do within our communities to help reduce individuals' risk of fire in the home and outside the home. 

"This winter we are expecting people to look for alternative ways to heat their homes and save energy that could put them at increased risk. We're launching a new campaign to address this issue called 'Be Warm. Be Safe' and we'd urge people to visit our website to get top tips on how to stay safe this winter.

"I'd like to thank all of our firefighters and staff for their continued work and commitment to our communities, especially during these challenging circumstances."