Tweets Analysis - Keyword: @NIFRSOFFICIAL
Overview
Total number of tweets analysed
68
Earliest tweet was on
2023-02-08
Latest tweet was on
2023-02-18
Tweets covering
9 days
Average age of authors' accounts
9 years
Summarization
Today, the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) observed a minute of silence to remember firefighter Barry Martin, who passed away 23 years ago, and congratulated senior football player Anthony Byrne on graduating as an NIFRS firefighter. They also praised their recruits who passed out at their LDC Boucher, and Green Watch Central crew who passed the annual inspection. Moreover, they explained how they assist with rural address identification projects, on-call firefighters, and fire home safety checks for older people. Their work was also praised by various organizations such as the UK Fire Magazine, Dept. of Infrastructure, People Commission Office, and Traffic Watch NI. In conclusion, the NIFRS is recognized for their commendable efforts and well-wishes are extended for those who are about to embark their journey as firefighters.
Topic Modeling
- Firefighters and Fire Prevention
- Recruitment and Education
- Important Dates and Remembrance
- Home Safety Checks
- Training and Exercises
Emotional Analysis
The sentiment of these tweets is largely positive, expressing support and congratulations for those involved in the Firefighter Barry Martin memorial, Firefighter Anthony Byrne's graduation, and the passing out of recruits at the L&DC. There is also appreciation for the work of the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service, including the rural address identification project, their on-call firefighters, and their home safety checks for older people. Finally, there is a sense of nostalgia for the past, with fond memories of the job shared by those who have served.
Trend Analysis
- Remembering Firefighter Barry Martin
- Experiences of fire service personnel
- Graduating as a Firefighter
- Fire Prevention and Emergency Services
- Fire Safety for Older People
Types of Tweets
Number of Retweets
28
Percentage of total tweets
41%
Number of Original tweets
17
Percentage of total tweets
25%
Number of tweets that contain Mentions
68
Percentage of total tweets
100%
Number of tweets that were Replies
23
Percentage of total tweets
33%
Number of tweets that were Quotes
0
Percentage of total tweets
0%
Number of tweets that contain Hashtags
11
Percentage of total tweets
16%
Top 5 devices used to tweet
Source | Count |
---|---|
Twitter for Android | 25 |
Twitter for iPhone | 23 |
Twitter Web App | 16 |
Twitter for Advertisers | 1 |
Sendible | 1 |
What devices were used to tweet

Top 10 accounts with highest followers count
Username | Name | Bio | Followers count |
---|---|---|---|
BeattieDoug | Doug Beattie | Ulster Unionist Party Leader. If I like a tweet it doesn’t always mean I like it, if I RT a tweet it doesn’t always mean I agree with it. Hope that’s clear. 😁 | 45,091 |
RobinSwann_MLA | Robin Swann | Ulster Unionist MLA for North Antrim & Former Minister of Health for NI 2020-22. | 35,047 |
nidirect | nidirect | The official government website for people living in Northern Ireland. Account monitored Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm https://t.co/DOnCqaWIik… | 31,745 |
NIFRSOFFICIAL | Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service | Official Twitter page of Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS). Account not monitored 24/7 - in an emergency call 999. | 15,612 |
PaulaJaneB | Paula Bradshaw MLA | Alliance Party MLA for South Belfast. Deputy Whip. Health Spokesperson and lead on Social Justice and Human Rights issues. | 14,490 |
RobbieButlerMLA | Robbie Butler MLA | Follower of Jesus Christ, Husband to Belinda, Dad to Robyn and Adam, UUP Assembly Deputy Leader & proud of my wee country...sometimes 😉 | 10,959 |
dcsdcouncil | Derry Strabane Cncl | Official Twitter for Derry City & Strabane District Council. | 10,409 |
newryreporter | Newry Reporter | The Newry Reporter is the largest selling local weekly Newspaper in the Newry and Mourne area of Northern Ireland. | 8,215 |
roadtozero | roadtozero | Share the Road to Zero is a huge road safety community programme with one aim–zero road deaths in NI. Pledge to Share the Road to Zero today. Not monitored 24/7 | 4,229 |
lamhdheargclg | Lámh Dhearg CLG | Official Twitter account Lámh Dhearg CLG | Gaelic Football | Hurling | Camogie | Ladies Football | Handball | Irish Culture | Youth and Community Development | 3,769 |
Top 10 accounts with highest friends count
Username | Name | Bio | Followers count |
---|---|---|---|
BeattieDoug | Doug Beattie | Ulster Unionist Party Leader. If I like a tweet it doesn’t always mean I like it, if I RT a tweet it doesn’t always mean I agree with it. Hope that’s clear. 😁 | 6,941 |
Andrewwhitton2 | Andrew Whitton | London. PSV working with Beat & Response Officers keeping our communities safe from harm. Durham Police. Support @CDDFRS. | 5,002 |
iamfifig | Fiona Jane | Communications ProfessionalDigital Comms for @RobbieButlerMLA @Ryan_McCready @uup_foyle currently learning crisis comms #comms and I have a spaniel Woody | 4,990 |
RobbieButlerMLA | Robbie Butler MLA | Follower of Jesus Christ, Husband to Belinda, Dad to Robyn and Adam, UUP Assembly Deputy Leader & proud of my wee country...sometimes 😉 | 3,365 |
RolandBasilides | Basilides🌱🌳🍃 | Don't blame me if I don't fit into the conventional categories of Left & Right. They may be your categories but they aren't mine.Beware of being in a bubble. | 2,938 |
V_toriaJohnston | Victoria Johnston | Reporter, The Impartial Reporter @impartialrep🕵🏼♀️ @ulsterjournos grad. Views my own. email:victoria.johnston@impartialreporter.com. | 2,404 |
JohnJMartin2007 | John Martin | - | 2,255 |
PaulaJaneB | Paula Bradshaw MLA | Alliance Party MLA for South Belfast. Deputy Whip. Health Spokesperson and lead on Social Justice and Human Rights issues. | 2,206 |
frsa_uk | FRSA | Independent Trade Union representing, protecting and supporting firefighters across the United Kingdom for over 45 years. #MIND | 1,860 |
RobinSwann_MLA | Robin Swann | Ulster Unionist MLA for North Antrim & Former Minister of Health for NI 2020-22. | 1,372 |
Most active users
Username | Bio | Number of tweets |
---|---|---|
DavyNichol | All my views are my own. Group Commander Response Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service. Retired Regional Official Fire Brigades Union. | 8 |
RobbieButlerMLA | Follower of Jesus Christ, Husband to Belinda, Dad to Robyn and Adam, UUP Assembly Deputy Leader & proud of my wee country...sometimes 😉 | 4 |
JohnJMartin2007 | - | 3 |
nidirect | The official government website for people living in Northern Ireland. Account monitored Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm https://t.co/DOnCqaWIik… | 3 |
marksmyth777 | Area Commander, Eastern Area Command. Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service. All views expressed are my own!! | 3 |
roadtozero | Share the Road to Zero is a huge road safety community programme with one aim–zero road deaths in NI. Pledge to Share the Road to Zero today. Not monitored 24/7 | 2 |
conorhaughian77 | Watch Commander Nifrs, fbu rep | 2 |
Paddylamhdhearg | lover of hurling Travel Football Music World Cup Comedy Golf History Six Nations Champions League Premier League General News | 2 |
iamfifig | Communications ProfessionalDigital Comms for @RobbieButlerMLA @Ryan_McCready @uup_foyle currently learning crisis comms #comms and I have a spaniel Woody | 2 |
harpur27 | - | 1 |
Tweets per day

Top 10 tweets with highest Retweet count
ID | Text | Retweet count |
---|---|---|
1625139223085948929 | Today at 11am EAC joined colleagues across the UK in a minute’s silence to remember Firefighter Barry Martin. Our thoughts are with Barry’s loved ones and colleagues at this extremely difficult time. @NIFRSOFFICIAL https://t.co/GSB3MRxXrl | 7 |
1625751767907540995 | Have a few drinks last night for Valentine's?Any alcohol increases your risk of crashing and driving the next morning isn’t worth the risk>> https://t.co/3BHirEKweaNever ever drive having taken alcohol or drugs@deptinfra @niroadpolicing @trafficwatchni @nifrsofficial @pcsp_s https://t.co/YrZ0c8lSux | 4 |
1625042087652519943 | Want to know how to save a life in 40 seconds??? Watch this>>> #FriendsDontDistractFriendsWhenTheyreDriving @deptinfra @TrafficwatchNI @NIRoadPolicing @nifrsofficial @nias999 @pcsp_s @newdriverni @roadsafeni https://t.co/mylTcOLv05 | 3 |
1625571720751898632 | This day 23 years ago I joined @NIFRSOFFICIAL as trainee firefighter 🚒 It was brilliant to run into one of my fellow recruits Jim Douglas at Central station Belfast. There’s days I miss serving protecting the community with people like Jim. A brilliant job with brilliant people https://t.co/I82T54gSbo | 3 |
1625514731254566913 | Pupils at St Moninna’s Primary School in Cloughoge with help from @NIFRSOFFICIAL have been taking part in a rural addresses identification project that could help to save lives https://t.co/Ss5ionQWUf | 2 |
1626258728809816064 | @lamhdheargclg @NIFRSOFFICIAL https://t.co/Hwh1vg6V3g | 1 |
1625933461914587153 | #CarbonMonoxide (CO) is a highly poisonous gas which is impossible to see, taste or smell. Be aware of its dangers.Get information and advice: https://t.co/70GyAlcq9N @hsenigov @NIFRSofficial https://t.co/4UKT5Kmq4U | 1 |
1624295665856655361 | Heroes train to be ready in case they’re needed in an emergency. NIFRS said: 'NIFRS simply could not operate without our on-call firefighters as they provide emergency fire and rescue services to their local Communities, 24/7.' @NIFRSOFFICIAL https://t.co/acQJMxtUxF | 1 |
1624149946839490565 | Fantastic day at our L&DC, Boucher with our recruits passing out. Very proud family and friends and rightly so!👏👏 Met with the new Firefighters who are coming to EAC and looking forward to working with each one! Well done everyone! @NIFRSOFFICIAL @Paul25817151 https://t.co/0nESYIm6rZ | 1 |
1624121783669358618 | @NIFRSOFFICIAL Congratulations 👏 | 0 |
Top 10 tweets with highest Like count
ID | Text | Like count |
---|---|---|
1625139223085948929 | Today at 11am EAC joined colleagues across the UK in a minute’s silence to remember Firefighter Barry Martin. Our thoughts are with Barry’s loved ones and colleagues at this extremely difficult time. @NIFRSOFFICIAL https://t.co/GSB3MRxXrl | 120 |
1625571720751898632 | This day 23 years ago I joined @NIFRSOFFICIAL as trainee firefighter 🚒 It was brilliant to run into one of my fellow recruits Jim Douglas at Central station Belfast. There’s days I miss serving protecting the community with people like Jim. A brilliant job with brilliant people https://t.co/I82T54gSbo | 79 |
1626184251149254656 | Congratulations to senior footballer Anthony Byrne on graduating as a @NIFRSOFFICIAL fire fighter. We wish Anto all the best in his new career. 🚒🚒 https://t.co/4ZZEZiv7dl | 58 |
1624149946839490565 | Fantastic day at our L&DC, Boucher with our recruits passing out. Very proud family and friends and rightly so!👏👏 Met with the new Firefighters who are coming to EAC and looking forward to working with each one! Well done everyone! @NIFRSOFFICIAL @Paul25817151 https://t.co/0nESYIm6rZ | 32 |
1626975248494067720 | Great day at the annual inspection for Green Watch central. Super effort by everyone involved and evidence they are ready and prepared to keep our Community safe! Well done to WC McCallister and the crew👍👍 @NIFRSOFFICIAL @DermotRooney 😜 https://t.co/X3ycXrHjnB | 11 |
1625514731254566913 | Pupils at St Moninna’s Primary School in Cloughoge with help from @NIFRSOFFICIAL have been taking part in a rural addresses identification project that could help to save lives https://t.co/Ss5ionQWUf | 4 |
1624295665856655361 | Heroes train to be ready in case they’re needed in an emergency. NIFRS said: 'NIFRS simply could not operate without our on-call firefighters as they provide emergency fire and rescue services to their local Communities, 24/7.' @NIFRSOFFICIAL https://t.co/acQJMxtUxF | 3 |
1625064753168101377 | Via @UKFireMag - @NIFRSOFFICIAL awards contract to @cadcorp https://t.co/avvBNjEkXx #InThePress #EmergencyServices #FireService #GIS #spatialinsight https://t.co/4YF6Z9mvn6 | 3 |
1626258824561627138 | @lamhdheargclg @NIFRSOFFICIAL Check your smoke alarms folks | 2 |
1625815395725635584 | Informative meeting with @NIFRSOFFICIAL today with an update on pay negotiations and long-term plans for service improvement.Fire prevention is an increasingly important part of this work, so please check your home and look after vulnerable neighbours.https://t.co/w6leJx2AP7 https://t.co/AGmsbmXgNx | 2 |
Top 3 Languages Used In Tweets

Top 10 Hashtags used
Hashtag | Count |
---|---|
#friendsdontdistractfriendswhentheyredriving | 3 |
#carbonmonoxide | 2 |
#safertogethermore | 1 |
#onthisday | 1 |
#otd | 1 |
#valentinesday | 1 |
#firesafety | 1 |
#olderpeople | 1 |
#allfyoyle | 1 |
#inthepress | 1 |
Top 10 Hashtags Used In Tweets

Top 10 mentions
Mention | Count |
---|---|
@nifrsofficial | 68 |
@robbiebutlermla | 5 |
@niroadpolicing | 5 |
@trafficwatchni | 5 |
@pcsp_s | 5 |
@marksmyth777 | 3 |
@lamhdheargclg | 3 |
@roadtozero | 3 |
@joanne_sansome | 3 |
@nias999 | 3 |
Top 10 mentions

Wordcloud of Tweets

Emojis
Average number of emojis used per tweet
60
Emojis used in tweets
Emoji | Count | Emoji Text |
---|---|---|
👏 | 7 | clapping_hands |
🚒 | 6 | fire_engine |
👍 | 3 | thumbs_up |
📢 | 3 | loudspeaker |
😜 | 2 | winking_face_with_tongue |
🤣 | 2 | rolling_on_the_floor_laughing |
😉 | 1 | winking_face |
😎 | 1 | smiling_face_with_sunglasses |
👨🚒 | 1 | man_firefighter |
🏃♂️ | 1 | man_running |
Emojis groups
Emoji Group | Count |
---|---|
People & Body | 17 |
Smileys & Emotion | 10 |
Travel & Places | 8 |
Objects | 4 |
Food & Drink | 1 |
Symbols | 1 |