Blue Light Event at Barmouth RNLI
There was huge excitement and enthusiasm at the RNLI Boathouse on the promenade in Barmouth on Saturday 6th August when all the Emergency Services joined forces to hold a ‘Blue Light Day’.
During the fun-packed afternoon children were allowed to sit in a real police car with the sirens blaring. One of the highlights for them was to have their fingerprints taken and to be able to take them home to keep in their own keyring. South Snowdonia Search and Rescue team representatives displayed their vehicles and equipment and gave lessons in knot making. The Royal Life Saving Society explained their role in education and the prevention of drowning. Children tried on RNLI volunteer crewmen’s kit and the RNLI’s Respect the Water campaign was on hand to give information and advice of how to stay safe in our coastal waters.
Altogether it was a very successful day and a great example of what can be achieved when public sector partners join forces in an effective campaign.
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