⚠️ NOT FOR EMERGENCIES. This service is for administrative inquiries only. If in danger, dial 999 immediately.
Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service
The Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service's press enquiries number is specifically for media and press-related questions about incidents, events, and official statements. Operating hours are from Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00. During these hours, press enquiries are prioritized. However, for urgent cases occurring outside these hours, there is an out-of-hours press line available. Due to the nature of the service, callers may experience occasional delays in response, especially during major incidents or busy news cycles. It is generally recommended to call outside peak incident times when possible.
Updated 14 Dec 2025
Expected outcomes
- Handle media enquiries
- Request official statements
- Schedule interviews
- Confirm event details
- Obtain incident updates
Call preparation
Assemble everything before you dial. These requirements are verified by our call analysts and updated as organizations change their scripts.
- Name
- Organization
- Nature of enquiry
- Contact details
- Preferred interview timing
- Alternative contact method
Known issues
Callers may encounter occasional delays when contacting the Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service during major incidents or exceptionally busy news cycles. It is advisable to make non-urgent enquiries via email to avoid wait times. For urgent matters that arise outside regular hours, utilize the out-of-hours press line. Ensuring you have all relevant details, such as the nature of your enquiry and contact information, ready before you make the call can streamline the process.
