999 Action Day for emergency services

Cheshire emergency 999 services are hosting an action-packed day of fun and a chance to get behind the scenes.

The Cheshire Police and Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service Community Engagement Day, which will be held on Sunday, September 22nd from 11.00am to 4.00pm, at Cheshire Constabulary Headquarters in Winsford, is free to attend.

It will feature a whole host of attractions highlighting the specialist skills needed to work for the emergency services.

Chief Constable David Whatton said: "The police are often seen on the television, in both dramas and documentaries but this is your chance to see the real thing."

"You can see the many varied things we do from local community policing through to tackling organised crime and dealing with riots. You will be able to see how we work alongside Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service to make sure you are safe and feel safe."

Firefighters will also be demonstrating how times have changed when dealing with a road traffic collision and how complex a road traffic collision can become when involving a range of vehicles.

Chief Fire Officer Paul Hancock said: "Cheshire's Firefighters are trained to deal with a wide range of incidents, and Cheshire Fire Authority continue to invest in new vehicles and equipment to ensure we can support our Firefighters when responding to emergencies.

In addition to the demonstrations, budding detectives will have the chance to solve a cyber crime in the exhibition hall and piece together evidence to help find a missing child.

Visitors will have the opportunity to find out what it takes to become a firefighter or policeman. More details on the Cheshire Fire and Rescue website

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