METROPOLITAN Fire Service (MFS) and Country Fire Service (CFS) representatives from the region paused for one minute on Tuesday to remember and honour firefighters who have lost their lives serving their community.
At the Mount Gambier MFS station, the flag flew at half mast until noon for National Firefighter’s Rememberance Day as staff paused to pay tribute to 10 MFS and 13 CFS firefighters who tragically made the ultimate sacrifice.
MFS chief officer Greg Crossman said it was important we acknowledge the courage and commitment of those who strive to protect lives and property every day.
“Firefighters put their lives on the line for others and it is significant to recognise not only those who have lost their lives, but also those who have been injured or disabled in the line of duty,” Mr Crossman said.
CFS acting chief officer Andrew Stark said volunteer firefighters selflessly respond when fires threaten their communities.
“In paying tribute to our fallen, we recognise that South Australia is a safer place to live and work thanks to their selfless efforts,” he said.
