Over 100 firefighters to compete in Welsh Firefighter Challenge at Swansea’s Castle Square

The Welsh Firefighter Challenge includes a series of tough physical and mental tests, undertaken in full structural fire kit, which are designed to showcase the skills and strength of firefighters. 

MAWWFRS say that as well as the various competitions throughout the day, the Welsh Firefighter Challenge is also an opportunity for the fire and rescue service community, along with their loved ones, to come together and celebrate each other’s achievements and to highlight their continued professionalism and dedication in keeping their communities safe.

As well as providing a day of entertainment for firefighters and their spectators, the Welsh Firefighter Challenge will also be raising important funds for The Fire Fighters Charity, which offers specialist and lifelong support for members of the fire services community throughout the UK.

Watch Manager Dominic Norcross, one of the Challenge’s main organisers, said: “This will be a fantastic day for firefighters across Wales and further afield to get together and to enjoy some friendly competition. We currently have over 100 firefighters from Wales, England, Scotland, Ireland and Germany registered to compete on the day and we look forward to welcoming them all.”

In addition to the Welsh Firefighter Challenge, MAWWFRS will be hosting a special ‘Community Safety Village’ along Swansea City Centre’s Oxford Street.  The Community Safety Village will give spectators the opportunity to visit stands and receive and discuss safety advice from the fire service as well as partners including Swansea Council, South Wales Police, RNLI, the ambulance service and Wales Safer Communities Network.

(Lead image: Daniel James Photography)