Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service's First On-Call Breathing Apparatus Course
The below photograph captures the Firefighters who took part in the very first On‑Call Breathing Apparatus course held after the 1996 merger of the Dyfed, Powys, and West Glamorgan Fire Brigades, forming the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service we know today.
It’s a snapshot of an important chapter in our history, marking the beginning of a new era in training, teamwork and operational standards.
30 Years of MAWWFRS
Since its formation in 1996, MAWWFRS has grown into one of the UK’s largest fire and rescue organisations, serving a wide and varied landscape, from rural villages and coastal towns to busy urban towns.
Throughout this time, our teams have responded to thousands of emergencies, championed fire safety and prevention and continually adapted to new challenges with professionalism and resilience.