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Sara Killey Memorial Walk 2012

The date for the Sara Killey Memorial Walk 2012 has been set for 22nd April.  If you wish to enter this event or are interested in marshalling please contact Station Officer John Bellis on 647303.

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06th September 2011

Firefighters to represent the Isle of Man at 9/11 ceremony in New York

THE Isle of Man will be represented at a ceremony in New York to mark the 10th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks.

Two officers from the IoM Fire and Rescue Service will join the tribute to firefighters who lost their lives in the 2001 World Trade Centre tragedy.

Danny Dooley and Keith Moore are taking time out during privately-funded trips to America to attend a special service of commemoration.

Their presence will further strengthen the bond that has developed between Isle of Man firefighters and their colleagues in New York over recent years.

Local officers have attended the majority of the memorial services that have taken place since the disaster in 2001 which claimed the lives of 343 firefighters and paramedics.

Isle of Man firefighters are also staunch supporters of the 9/11 Fund, a charity established by the New York City Fire Department to honour their fallen colleagues and enhance community safety through volunteer work in countries across the world.

Ensuring an Isle of Man presence at the September 11 anniversary ceremony has not been straightforward, however, as Danny and Keith have faced a number of logistical challenges over their plans to wear the IoM Fire and Rescue Service’s ‘Ceremonial Colour Party’ - the traditional uniform of a lamb’s wool tunic with military-style marching boots, white helmets, belt and axe.

Fortunately, local courier firm FCX Worldwide Express Ltd stepped in to help, and Managing Director John Campbell and General Manager Stephen Kimber successfully negotiated the myriad of customs rules, regulations and paperwork on behalf of the firefighters.

Mr Kimber said:

‘The amount of paperwork involved in transporting these uniforms is astronomical. The level of detail required is extremely high, down to the thread counts and origin of the wool used to manufacture the tunics. The main issue was obviously around the ceremonial axe, but with the help of our global service partners in the US we’ve been able to secure the smooth transfer of the uniforms.’

Chief Fire Officer Brian Draper said:

‘The Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service is very proud of its association with the New York City Fire Department. Local officers have raised thousands of pounds for the 9/11 Fund and paid out of their own pockets to attend a number of memorial services since the tragedy occurred, so it was important to us to maintain a presence for the 10th anniversary. Transportation of the colour party uniforms presented a major obstacle, but FCX pulled out all the stops to keep our plans on track.’

Firefighter Keith Moore added:

‘I am sure it will be a very moving and emotional occasion. There is a real sense of camaraderie among firefighters who are essentially doing the same job all over the world. Danny and I will be proud to wear the Isle of Man uniform in New York and join colleagues from many other countries in paying tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.’

18th July 2011

Stn/O John Bellis is presented with a certificate of appreciation from the Firefighters Charity

The Certificate is signed on behalf of the Charity by the North West Regional Co-ordinator Mr Andrew Best QFSM and reads as follows; "The North West Region of the Firefighters Charity gratefully acknowledges the valuable and much appreciated assistance given to the Charity by John Bellis.  John has been a key player for a considerable number of years in managing the Sara Killey Memorial 50k Walk on the Isle of Man raising significant funds for the Firefighters Charity".

The Chief Fire Officer, Brian Draper, echoed the acknowledgement of the Charity together with his personal thanks for all the hard work and dedication John has given towards ensuring that the event takes place in as safe and professional manner as possible.

Having received his certificate with thanks, John acknowledged that his foremost intentions were to ensure that Sara's memory would be maintained through the proper running of the Memorial Walk.

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