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18.09.2026 by Steffan John
Like Father, Like Son: Three Firefighter Families Serving Together at Llandrindod Wells Fire Station
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service is celebrating a remarkable family legacy at Llandrindod Wells Fire Station, where three fathers serve alongside their sons as On-Call Firefighters.
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17.09.2026 by Rachel Kestin
Wholetime Course 02/24 Achieve Competent Status Following Successful Apprenticeship Completion
On Thursday, 16th July, ten Mid and West Fire and Rescue (MAWWFRS) firefighters from Wholetime Course 02/24 successfully completed their final assessments and achieved competent firefighter status following a two-year apprenticeship programme.
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11.09.2026 by Rachel Kestin
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service supports Gas Safety Week 2026
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) is supporting Gas Safety Week from 14-20 September by helping raise awareness of the importance of gas safety and encouraging people to ‘Take No Chances’.
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11.09.2026 by Rachel Kestin
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service Firefighters Complete 9/11 Stair Climb Challenge!
As this Friday marks the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, nine firefighters from Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) have successfully completed a challenging 110-floor memorial stair climb in Atlanta, USA, in tribute to the 343 firefighters who lost their lives while responding to the attacks in 2001.
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09.09.2026 by Steffan John
Welshpool Community Garden Helps Resident Rediscover His Passion
A resident from a local independent living scheme has found a new sense of purpose, after he took responsibility for tending to the community garden at Welshpool Fire Station.
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07.09.2026 by Steffan John
Continuing Professional Development Enhances Fire Investigation Expertise
On Thursday, September 3rd, Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service’s Fire Investigation Officers attended a full day of certified Continuing Professional Development.
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07.09.2026 by Rachel Kestin
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service Supports Chimney Fire Safety Week
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) is supporting HETAS Chimney Fire Safety Week and urging householders to ensure their chimneys are professionally swept and maintained before regular use.
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03.09.2026 by Steffan John
Hydrants Team Completes Training and Inspection Works
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service’s Water Hydrants Team has recently completed its six-monthly health check training, helping to ensure the continued effectiveness and accessibility of fire hydrants across the Service area.
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02.09.2026 by Rachel Kestin
Road Safety Initiative for the Next Generation - Destination EdYoucation!
On Tuesday, 4th August, members of Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) Southern Division Community Safety team joined forces with Ospreys in the Community, South Wales Police, and Swansea Council Road Safety to deliver an engaging and interactive day for 40 young people aged 16 to 20 at Llandarcy Academy of Sport.
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