On Friday, September 6th, 12 members of staff from Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) embarked on the Welsh Three Peaks Challenge, which involves climbing Pen y Fan, Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) and Cader Idris within 24 hours.
The challenge includes a total walking distance of 17 miles and an ascent of 2,334 metres, and MAWWFRS personnel took part to raise funds for the Fire Fighters Charity and Hywel Dda Health Charities.
While taking part in a gruelling challenge, two members of the team – Group Manager Phil Morris and On-Call Firefighter Darren Davies – demonstrated exceptional bravery and commitment to safety, by carrying an injured person for over three miles.
While descending Yr Wyddfa, the team came across Jack Smith and his friends, Jack had injured his foot while climbing the mountain and couldn’t put any weight on it. With at least three miles remaining until they reached the base of Yr Wyddfa and the risk of Jack and his friends being stranded in the dark, Phil and Darren decided they would carry him off the mountain.
Initially, they tried carrying Jack in a tonne bag they’d found on the mountain, but it soon became apparent that the rocky terrain would make this impractical. Therefore, they both decided to take it in turns giving Jack a piggyback ride to the base of the mountain and eventually bringing him to safety.
Phil and Darren were able to put into practice their years of fire and rescue training and dedication to public safety to assist Jack down Yr Wyddfa and bring him to safety. Well done Phil and Darren!
The team is still raising funds through a JustGiving page, any donation will be greatly appreciated.
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