NEWS AWARDS & THANKS BRILLIANT DISPLAY AND BIG CROWDS AT BLUE LIGHT SERVICES DAY In June 2012, GAFIRS held its annual Lifeboat and Blue Light Services Day. With a huge turnout from many of the frontline and specialist 999 services, units were on display from the South Central Ambulance Service, Fareham Community Responders, Hampshire Fire and Rescue, Hampshire Constabulary, Maritime and Coastguard Agency, Royal Navy Bomb Disposal Team as well as the full fleet of GAFIRS lifeboats, inshore rescue vehicles and equipment. Each unit brought a unique educational and entertaining element to the event. Described as a “proper boys toy,” members of the public were invited (under strict supervision) to control a real operational Royal Navy bomb disposal robot shown right. All units were put into “battle stations” as the Storm Troopers of the 501st Legion were also on parade adding a distinct element to the event. All these attractions help build a reputation for a great free day out for the family, whilst giving the local community a great opportunity to meet the people behind the blue lights and sirens. OnScene Magazine is sponsored by…
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