Monday, May 4, 2009

International Firefighters' Day


International Firefighters' Day (IFFD) is observed on May 4. It was instituted after proposal emailed out across the world on January 4, 1999 due to the deaths of five firefighters in tragic circumstances in a wildfire in Australia.

International Firefighters' Day (IFFD) is a time where the world's community can recognise and honour the sacrifices that firefighters make to ensure that their communities and environment are as safe as possible. It is also a day in which current and past firefighters can be thanked for their contributions.

By proudly wearing and displaying blue and red ribbons pinned together or by participating in a memorial or recognition event, we can show our gratitude to firefighters everywhere.

r u Aware?

1 comment:

  1. Yes we are aware and wearing the RIBBON humbly thank and pay true respects to all the BRAVE firefighters who defeat the death, destruction and fight for our lives.Salute to thee....!

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