As of 4 February 2026, crews from Folkestone Fire Station in Kent are carrying out door-to-door home safety checks across Folkestone to help residents stay safe during the winter months. Firefighters are canvassing neighbourhoods to give in-person advice and check for seasonal hazards.
Teams from Kent Fire and Rescue Service are testing smoke alarms and looking for common risks such as overloaded sockets and faulty heaters. The proactive visits aim to identify hazards before they become life‑threatening while heating use is high in winter.
Residents are reminded to check for official photo identification before admitting anyone to their home. Kent Fire and Rescue Service’s guidance advises asking the visitor to wait outside and calling 0800 923 7000 to verify their identity; officers will normally be in uniform, show a KFRS photo ID card and have a marked vehicle nearby. (The service also lists its main switchboard on 01622 692 121.)
The campaign brief says the safety checks typically take about 45 minutes and usually occur between 09:00 and 17:00. If a home is found to be at high risk, crews can install or replace smoke alarms on the spot at no cost.
The community outreach, coordinated from Folkestone Fire Station on Park Farm Road, focuses on vulnerable people, including the elderly and families with young children, and aims to give residents peace of mind by ensuring they have working alarms and professional safety advice.
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