On Wednesday, June 19th the crew from Brecon Fire Station came to the rescue of a lamb that had become stuck in a 6 feet deep ditch in Llanfaes, Brecon.
The incident involved carefully navigating steep terrain as well as overgrown vegetation which needed to be cut back using hand saws to access the lamb. Demonstrating their animal rescue training and skills, crew members used a triple-extension ladder to reach and to successfully and safely rescue the lamb and return it to its farmer.
Could you become an On-Call Firefighter?
Brecon Fire Station is an On-Call Fire Station, which means its firefighters get notified of an emergency call via a personal pager, which they carry with them when they are on duty.
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service is currently recruiting On-Call Firefighters at all of our On-Call Fire Stations.
The role of an On-Call Firefighter provides many opportunities for personal and professional development, through training, teamwork, leadership and problem solving. On-Call Firefighters receive payment for their services, including retainer fees and call-out payments, supplementing their income from other employment.
Find out more on how to become and On-Call Firefighter here.