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14 June 2013 Oswestry and Ellesmere firefighters praised in awards ceremony

The Lord Lieutenant of Shropshire has praised Shropshire firefighters – including those from Oswestry and Ellesmere fire stations - for “all that you do” for the people of Shropshire.

“We are hugely grateful for what you do. You are never thanked enough. It is only in an emergency when people are affected,” said Algernon Heber-Percy at a special awards ceremony held at the Theatre Severn in Shrewsbury.
14 June 2013 Shrewsbury and North Shropshire firefighters in awards ceremony

The Lord Lieutenant of Shropshire has praised Shropshire firefighters – including those from fire stations in Shrewsbury and north Shropshire - for “all that you do” for the people of the county.

“We are hugely grateful for what you do. You are never thanked enough. It is only in an emergency when people are affected,” said Algernon Heber-Percy at a special awards ceremony held at the Theatre Severn in Shrewsbury.
12 June 2013 Fire Service Awards

The Lord Lieutenant of Shropshire has praised Shropshire firefighters for “all that you do” for the people of Shropshire.

“We are hugely grateful for what you do. You are never thanked enough. It is only in an emergency when people are affected,” said Algernon Heber-Percy at a special awards ceremony held at the Theatre Severn in Shrewsbury.

He also praised Chief Fire Officer Paul Raymond, who is due to retire next month, for his skill in “keeping Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service together” after implementing severe budget cutbacks.
12 June 2013 Dying motorist saved by police heroes

Two Shropshire police officers who pulled a semi-conscious motorist to safety seconds before his car was engulfed in flames after a road crash have been praised for their bravery.

Alex Saxton and Tim Blackham received the Chief Fire Officer’s Commendation for conspicuous bravery while saving life from fire.

Making the award, Paul Raymond said: This is a very rare award. There have only been two previous recipients since I have been Chief Fire Officer. When I heard the details of this rescue I knew I had to make this commendation to two very special and brave officers.
10 June 2013 Shropshire firefighters in Romania

Shropshire firefighters carried out a training session yesterday - in Romania.

They were familiarising Romanian firefighters in how to use equipment on board two UK fire engines transported to their country in a 1,800 mile aid trip destined to save lives in Romania's rural villages.
06 June 2013 Romania fire aid leave Germany

Volunteers from Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service left Germany yesterday (Tuesday, June 4th) after being welcomed by the Deputy Mayor of Siegburg on their way to deliver fire trucks to Romania as part of a week long charity aid trip.

Nine volunteers from Shropshire were hosted by Chief Fire Officer Tomas Glatz and his family and colleagues from Siegburg Fire Station.
03 June 2013 Shropshire fire aid to Romania set off

Volunteers from Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service set off early today (Monday, June 3rd) on a 1,800 mile aid trip to transport more much needed fire engines to Romania.

Two fire engines and a Land Rover with 500 firefighting uniforms on board left fire stations in Shrewsbury and Telford bound for Targu Mures in Romania at 3.30am today (Monday June 3).

They will be the 13th UK fire appliances to be delivered to needy rural areas in Romania and Bulgaria over the past few years by staff from Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service.
03 June 2013 Cow rescued from tree

A call was received by our fire control room at 12:22pm to an incident involving a cow with its head trapped in a hole in a tree.

An appliance from Shrewsbury was mobilised, with the rescue tender and another supporting appliance from Wellington also mobilised.

The rescue tender is now carrying recently acquired specialist large animal rescue equipment which the firefighters from Wellington have all been trained on.
31 May 2013 Fire aid to Romania prepare to embark

Nine volunteers from Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service set off on Monday, June 3 at 3.30am for a 1,800 mile aid trip to transport more much needed fire engines to Romania – with the good wishes of Shrewsbury Rotary Club.

Firefighters, back room staff, a Press officer, fire authority member and Assistant Chief Fire Officer Steve Worrall have all given up their holiday to prepare and deliver a Land Rover and two redundant fire engines bought from UK fire stations.
23 May 2013 Shropshire fire aid to Romania

A car wash will be held in Newport on May 25 to raise funds to transport much needed fire engines to Romania.

Staff from Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service are holding the Saturday fund raising event at Newport Fire Station from 10am to 3pm.

“We need as many people as possible to come and have their car washed on the day and to contribute what they can towards the charity trip,” said Newport firefighter Charlie Cartwright.