13-05-2025
Huge emergency service presence at Withybush Airport
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) crew members from Haverfordwest and Milford Haven fire stations took part in the exercise, named 'Red Kite', at Withybush Airport in Haverfordwest on Wednesday, April 29.
The exercise was deemed a success, allowing the crews to practice rescue responses and refine their preparedness for real-life incidents.
The crews made use of the foam carrier and water bowser, and practised incident command procedures, performing a challenging rescue at an airport, and working as part of a team using different operational crews.
Station manager Aled Lewis said: "Exercise 'Red Kite' was an excellent learning opportunity for the crews, providing them with training designed to enhance readiness for real-life scenarios and strengthen teamwork.
"We like to thank Withybush Airport for the use of location for this exercise, it provided us with a realistic environment for the crews to practice."
MAWWFRS is currently recruiting at all on-call fire stations.
Visit the MAWWFRS website for more information or to fill out an expression of interest form.
