Local CFA members are gearing up for the second annual Firefighters Games to be held at Swan Reach Recreation Reserve on Sunday, September 15.
Firefighters will be competing in a range of events that simulate the skills used on the fireground such as draughting, hydrant relay and much more.
This is a great way for firefighters to train and test their skills and knowledge in preparation for any response required in the community.
Teams will be competing for medals in each event fighting for the overall perpetual trophy and bragging rights for a year.
“The field includes five captains and many deputy group officers, there are some really experienced members leading some great teams entered this year, competition will be tough,” event organiser, Orbost Group Officer Ryan Findley said.
“We are encouraging community members to attend, bring along your family and friends and watch the day’s events unfold.
“There will be a free sausage sizzle for community members to keep every bodies hunger at bay while they check out CFA specialist equipment at watch the members fight for the win,
and games for the kids at lunch time.
“East Gippsland Shire personnel and the CFA community education team will also be in attendance engaging attendees about personal and household fire planning, home fire safety with important resources to keep you and your family safe from
fire.”
The day kicks off at 10am and runs through to 4pm at the Swan Reach Recreation Reserve, Duffy Street Swan Reach.
“CFA acknowledges the support of the Victorian Government, and we thank them for the funding for this event under their Valuing Volunteers Program alongside co-contributors East Gippsland Shire,” Mr Findley said.
