On behalf of Cleveland Fire Authority, we extend our deepest condolences to our police colleagues, and to the families, friends, and loved ones of those who tragically lost their lives in the road traffic collision on 22 August.
We are also deeply saddened by the tragic fire in Grangetown on 26 August, and our thoughts are with the families, loved ones and wider community affected.
At a time of profound sadness for our emergency service family and the communities we serve, we recognise the dedication, professionalism and compassion shown by all those who responded to these devastating incidents.
We stand alongside our policing colleagues as they grieve the loss of valued and respected colleagues, and with the families and communities whose lives have been changed by these tragic events. We also recognise the lasting impact incidents of this nature can have on everyone involved in the response.
Cleveland Fire Authority would particularly like to recognise and thank our firefighters, control staff, officers and support personnel who responded to and managed these incidents. The professionalism, courage, compassion and dignity demonstrated in the most challenging of circumstances reflect the very highest standards of public service.
While the outcomes were deeply tragic, the care and empathy shown to those affected, and the support provided to our emergency service partners and local communities, was exemplary.
We encourage all staff to continue to look after themselves and one another, and to make use of the welfare and support services available.
Our thoughts remain with our policing colleagues, the families, friends and loved ones of those who lost their lives. They will not be forgotten.
