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Powys County Times
20-07-2025
- General
- Powys County Times
Powys fire cadets recognised at Newtown pass out parade
Powys' latest group of fire cadets have enjoyed a pass out parade at Newtown Fire Station. On Monday, July 14, a pass out parade was held at Newtown to celebrate the achievements of the latest group of Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) Fire Cadets. Over the last two-years the youngsters have learned a wide range of valuable skills and techniques through fire station ground training and education in the classroom. The Cadets have gained a Fire Cadets qualification and were presented with an achievement certificate from Deputy Chief Fire Officer Iwan Cray. The Newtown Cadets were also joined by the Mayor of Newtown, Peter Lewington and members of MAWWFRS Fire Authority Councillor Gwyn Evans and Councillor Elwyn Vaughan. Fire Cadets co-ordinator Karen Mayze said: 'Family members, local dignitaries, and community members gathered to witness the Newtown Cadets Pass Out Parade, which showcased the cadets' achievements in areas such as discipline, teamwork, leadership, and practical drills. 'The programme, aimed at building confidence and preparing young people for future opportunities, was praised for its positive impact on participants and the wider community. "It's inspiring to see how much these cadets have grown over their time with us. They've worked incredibly hard and today is a proud moment for them and their families.' Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) is now recruiting Fire Cadets at Fire Stations across the Service area.
Powys County Times
18-07-2025
- Automotive
- Powys County Times
Car 'rolled multiple times' in crash near Welshpool
Traffic is at a standstill after a car 'rolled multiple times' when it came off the road on the A483. Emergency Services are in attendance this afternoon (July 18) after a crash on the A483 near Welshpool. Traffic near Pool Quay is moving very slowly as teams from Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service, Dyfed-Powys Police and the Welsh Ambulance Service attend the incident. According to Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service, the crew from Welshpool Fire station were called to the scene after reports that a car left the carriageway on the Pool Quay straight and rolled multiple times. A spokesperson for Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service said: 'At 3.49pm on Friday, July 18th, the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service crew from Welshpool Fire Station was called to an incident along the A483, near Cei'r Trallwng in Welshpool. 'The crew responded to a road traffic collision involving one private motor vehicle that had left the roadway and rolled multiple times. 'The vehicle's one occupant was out on the arrival of crew members and was receiving treatment by Ambulance Service paramedics.' Traffic information on Google Maps shows that traffic is moving very slowly in the area as the incident is cleared.
Cambrian News
15-07-2025
- General
- Cambrian News
Mid and West Wales Fire Service to employ consultants over damning bullying review
An Independent Cultural Review into Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) in February found 'a large majority of staff and former staff described MAWWFRS as an 'operational boys club,' where personal connections with senior leaders fostered favouritism and nepotism' and that 'high levels of bullying and harassment, a fear of retaliation and ostracisation hampering confidence in reporting, and a lack of confidence in action from senior leaders, reflect a bullying culture at MAWWFRS.'
Wales Online
14-07-2025
- General
- Wales Online
New images reveal scale of fire damage to Welsh beauty spot hotel
New images reveal scale of fire damage to Welsh beauty spot hotel Police are investigating the cause of the fire Drone pictures show the devastating damage caused to the Worms Head Hotel (Image: DTDS ) Drone pictures have captured the scale of the devastating damage caused to the Worm's Head Hotel. A huge blaze took hold at the family-run business, based at Rhossili in Gower in the early hours of the morning. Police have launched an investigation into the cause of the fire, but they have said it is not thought to have been deliberate. Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service attended the incident just before 1am, sending crews from six stations. Firefighters found "significant damage" had been caused to the building. Now these pictures, taken by Drone Tour DS, show the devastating aftermath. A fire service statement read: "At 12.51am on Monday, July 14, the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service crews from Reynoldston, Swansea West, Port Talbot, Morriston, Swansea Central and Gorseinon Fire Stations were called to the scene of a large-scale at the Worm's Head Hotel in Rhossili. "Crews responded to a fire within the property's accommodation block, which spread to the block's entire roof space. "Crews utilised a turntable ladder appliance as a water tower, a water bowser, two water jets, one hose reel jet and two breathing apparatus sets to fight the fire. The fire was extinguished at around 5.30am." Fire crews attended just before 1am on Monday morning (Image: DTDS ) Article continues below The fire service added: "No casualties were reported and all occupants were accounted for. After extinguishing the fire, crews monitored for remaining hot spots using thermal imaging cameras and continued to dampen down at the scene, with the last crews leaving at 9.32am. "The property has been significantly damaged by the fire. The cause of the fire has not yet been identified. "This incident required a multi-agency response, with South Wales Police also in attendance." The cause of the fire has still not been identified (Image: DTDS ) A statement from South Wales Police read: ""The cause of the fire is currently being investigated but at this time is not thought to have been deliberate." Owner of the pub, Julian Short said he was in the dark as to how the fire started. Article continues below But he told WalesOnline: "The alarms went off after midnight when everything was closed and the fire was clearly in the bin area at the rear."
Powys County Times
03-07-2025
- General
- Powys County Times
Powys firefighters tackle trackside fire on historic railway
A train on a historic Powys railway was delayed as firefighters rushed to the scene of a trackside fire. Powys firefighters were called to a line on the Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway earlier this week to tackle a trackside fire near Castle Caereinion. Firefighters from Welshpool and Llanfair Caereinion fire stations were called to the scene at 2.53pm on Wednesday, July 2, as the railway embankment and hedgerow had caught fire. When firefighters arrived at the scene, the fire had spread to a small shed nearby in what the railway said was still 'bone dry' countryside. A spokesperson for Mid and West Wales Fire Service said: 'At 2.53pm on Wednesday, July 2, the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service crews from Welshpool and Llanfair Caereinion Fire Stations were called to an incident near Castell Caereinion. 'Crews responded to a grass fire affecting an area of approximately 600 metres by 2 metres of railway embankment and hedgerow. The fire has spread to one small shed measuring approximately 6 metres by 3 metres. 'Crews utilised two hose reel jets, one fogging unit and small gear to extinguish the fire and dampen the area down. Crews left the scene at 4.31pm.' One of the railway's scheduled steam locomotives was 'significantly delayed' by the incident while firefighters dealt with the incident. Writing on social media, a railway spokesperson said: 'On Wednesday the 15:15 departure from Welshpool was significantly delayed while the fire brigade dealt with a lineside fire near Sylfaen summit. 'Despite some gentle rain on Tuesday night the countryside is still bone dry.' Earlier this year in May, the railway put a pause on steam trains using the line during dry weather to 'reduce the risk of line-side fires', replacing regular steam train journeys with diesel locomotives for a few days. In a statement at the time, a spokesperson for the railway said: 'As happy as we are that the Mid Welsh summer has arrived, unfortunately the dry conditions also mean an increased fire risk along our railway line. 'We know that many of our visitors come to see, smell, and hear our steam locomotives, and we realise that this announcement might cause some disappointment. But we also know that you all care for the safety of people and the environment, and are therefore grateful for your understanding.'
