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🚨 999 - National Emergency Services Day -9th September Today, we recognise and celebrate everyone involved in emergency ...
09/09/2026

🚨 999 - National Emergency Services Day -
9th September

Today, we recognise and celebrate everyone involved in emergency services - those who serve, respond, support and work tirelessly to keep others safe.

A heartfelt thank you to all our EFR volunteers, supporters and partners, whose dedication and commitment are helping shape what Everest Fire & Rescue is becoming.

We are also grateful for the continued support of Fire-Aid, whose partnership has helped us develop our training, capability and resilience.

And a special acknowledgement to all those who continue to work in the rescue and recovery efforts following the recent flash floods in Nepal. Their courage, commitment and service to their communities do not go unnoticed.

Thank you. 🙏🏽





02/09/2026

As an organisation we again express our deepest condolences. Being geographically remote we have not been able to assist as much as we all would have liked.
However, with a few Aquaboxes that we had in Kathmandu & other essential items donated by friends Anji our EFR Medical Officer travelled to Nuwakot today. Anji & Tsherring were able to assist several families.
Assessing the local requirements was an essential part of the trip as we seek to support further.

An Aquabox is a rapid-response disaster relief kit containing water purification tools and essential humanitarian aid, designed to provide clean drinking water and survival items to crisis-stricken communities. With the support of the British Embassy, Everest Fire & Rescue are working with Fire Aid to ship Aquaboxes to Nepal to provide drinking water & other essential items to those in desperate need.

Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with all those affected by the catastrophic flash floods that struck Nepal on...
27/08/2026

Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with all those affected by the catastrophic flash floods that struck Nepal on the 26th of August.

A suspected glacial collapse in the Himalayas triggered a devastating surge of water and debris through the region, causing widespread destruction and leaving communities facing an enormous humanitarian and rescue challenge.

EFR and Fire-Aid Nepal are in communication with partners regarding potential humanitarian support for affected communities.

Our thoughts remain with the communities, families and responders facing the aftermath of this disaster. 🇳🇵

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Keith Gauld. Keith was a marvellous person who dedicated him...
10/08/2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Keith Gauld.

Keith was a marvellous person who dedicated himself to serving others. He was a proud member of the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and International Search and Rescue.

Keith was also a Fire Aid instructor working with Everest Fire and Rescue (EFR), where we had the privilege not only of working alongside him, but of sharing in his wit, curiosity and laughter.

He inspired those around him and encouraged EFR recruits through his humility, kindness and joy. His passion for teaching and helping others left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him.

Thank you, Keith, for your service, your teachings and your friendship.

Your presence will be missed more than you’ll ever know.

Rest in peace, Keith.

It is with a heavy heart that we acknowledge the tragic loss of all members of the Broad Peak expedition team, including...
02/08/2026

It is with a heavy heart that we acknowledge the tragic loss of all members of the Broad Peak expedition team, including Nirmal “Nimsdai” Purja, following an avalanche on the mountain (8,051m) in the Karakoram range of Pakistan.

The loss of such accomplished climbers, guides, and expedition members is deeply felt throughout the global mountaineering community. Their courage, dedication, and passion inspired people around the world, and their contributions will be remembered.

Today, we honour the memory of all those lost in this tragedy and recognise the skill, commitment, and bravery that define the mountaineering community.

Our deepest thoughts and heartfelt condolences go to their families, loved ones, teammates, and all those affected by this devastating loss.

May they rest in peace.

Khempo LaIt is with sadness that I write this post on behalf of the Scottish Fire & Rescue trainers. Over the last few y...
12/07/2026

Khempo La
It is with sadness that I write this post on behalf of the Scottish Fire & Rescue trainers. Over the last few years we have had the opportunity to work, eat, pray and laugh with Jigme Gyalsen Sherpa, Khempo La of Lukla Monastery.
Learning of his death today was profoundly shocking and sad. It was a privilege to know this lovely, kind, intelligent and caring man.
We send heartfelt condolences to Lukla, especially to all the monks and in particular to little Pema Tashi.
Colin

A Nepali climber, Dawa Sherpa, who had been reported missing above Camp 3 on Everest for several days, has been found al...
04/06/2026

A Nepali climber, Dawa Sherpa, who had been reported missing above Camp 3 on Everest for several days, has been found alive after a remarkable survival effort in extremely harsh conditions.

He was located near Crampon Point by an SPCC waste management team while returning toward base camp, in a severely weakened state and suffering from frostbite.

He has since been evacuated to Kathmandu for medical treatment and is reported to be recovering.

An extraordinary outcome of human perseverance, and a reminder of the vital, often unseen work carried out across Everest each season.

Sources: EverestToday.com, The Tourist Times

23/05/2026

On behalf of Everest Fire & Rescue, we would like to congratulate Pasang Dawa Sherpa on his incredible achievement of successfully climbing Mount Everest 31 times.

This remarkable accomplishment places him as the second person in the world with the highest number of Everest summits, a truly extraordinary feat.

We are honoured and proud to have Pa Dawa Sherpa working alongside us at Everest Fire & Rescue as a firefighter.

A huge congratulations to you, Pa Dawa Sherpa, on your victorious summit. We wish you continued success, good health, and happiness in all that lies ahead.

Thank you for being an inspiration to so many, showing that resilience, grit, and perseverance can take you to the highest peaks again and again.





The 9th December 2025 - Namche The team moved on to wet drills in the afternoon using the water tank. Two lengths of hos...
13/05/2026

The 9th December 2025 - Namche

The team moved on to wet drills in the afternoon using the water tank. Two lengths of hose were run, giving crews the opportunity to develop and practice their operational techniques.

Dr Bethany Sim then delivered a session covering basic life support topics, followed by stretcher mobilisation training led by John Aitchison.

It was a fantastic day of training, and we greatly appreciated the enthusiasm, curiosity, and engagement shown by everyone who attended.





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