What is International Firefighters' Day?
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International Firefighters' Day (IFFD), 1999, although organized efforts to combat urban fires have existed for more than two millennia, International Firefighters' Day (IFFD) was first celebrated on May 4, 1999. It's a day to salute the men and women who help keep us safe, protect our property, our communities, and our wilderness, as well as honor the men and women who have sacrificed their lives in the service of duty.
Any individual working in the emergency service career is recognized; hazardous materials specialists, fire prevention specialists, paid firefighters, volunteer firefighters, wildland firefighters, fire fighting heavy equipment operators/mechanics, and many others are among the many aspects of IFFD; every person in the emergency service career is acknowledged; emergency response personnel, emergency medical technicians, and many more.
Wear the IFFD ribbon or mount it prominently on your vehicle. The IFFD ribbons are linked to colors that represent the key elements firefighters work with – red for fire and blue for water. These colors are also internationally recognized as indicating emergency services.
Participate in local emergency services organizations' sponsored activities, including memorial services, open house, parades, and motorcycle runs.
