Firefighters host event for fallen colleagues

Firefighters in Jersey are holding a fundraising event in memory of two colleagues who were killed in a fire at a business park in Oxfordshire earlier this month.

Crews from green watch will be in the Royal Square between 11:00 BST and 14:00 on Tuesday.

Firefighters Martyn Sadler, 38, and Jennie Logan, 30, were killed along with business owner Dave Chester in the fire that engulfed the Bicester Motion site on 15 May.

Money raised will go towards supporting their families, and those of two other firefighters injured in the incident.

"The thoughts of SJFRS [States of Jersey Fire and Rescue Service] are with Jennie and Martyn's families and with the two firefighters who are still in hospital", the service said.

The flag at SJFRS headquarters at Rouge Bouillon has remained at half-mast since news of their deaths broke.

The event will provide an opportunity for islanders to talk to firefighters and take a tour of two fire engines.

It would allow the public to find out more about the range of incidents it attends, how the emergency services work together and how to reduce the risks of fires and other emergencies, the service added.

The Fire Fighter's Charity has supported the event and said: "This tragedy is a powerful reminder of the courage and sacrifice shown by firefighters every day.

"We stand in solidarity with our fire family at this incredibly difficult time."

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