Fire Buffs promote the general welfare of the fire and rescue service and protect its heritage and history. Famous Fire Buffs through the years include Edward VII, who maintained a kit at a London fire station.

October 17, 2013

ST. KATHARINE'S DOCK - 1940

Photo: East London Advertiser

Fire boats in action at St. Katharine's Dock, near Tower Bridge, on Sept. 7, 1940, at the start of the Blitz.

October 02, 2013

WOMEN'S BRIGADE - 1916


Photo: Topical Press Agency 
Women's Fire Brigade at hose and ladder drill during First World War in March 1916.

DUCK FIRE - 2013

Photo: BBC website
On Sept. 29, 2013, fire erupted on the London Duck Tours craft Cleopatra on the Thames in London. Thirty people were rescued.