Bravery in the emergency services isn’t just the police’s game. This week, Avon Fire & Rescue’s Hicks Gate Green Watch stole the spotlight with a heart-stopping rescue that’s earned them top honours.
Heroic Crew Awarded Chief Fire Officer’s Commendation
Five firefighters — James Grady, Dave Prew, Tim Stephens, Stewart Cole, and Chris Newman — faced intense heat and chaos without blinking. Their teamwork and nerves of steel saved two trapped people from a first-floor blaze using a ladder carry down.
Their Chief Fire Officer praised the crew, calling it “a privilege to recognise them,” and warned the outcome could have been very different without their actions. No drama, no hesitation — just pure skill and courage on the frontline.
Spotlight Needed on Everyday Heroism
Firefighters rarely soak up the glory, but moments like these remind us what they’re really made of. This crew’s courage under fire shows the grit behind every emergency call.
