This brave woman put the meaning of being a firefighter into words that no one could. Many of us would put our lives at risk for the people we love, whether they were family members, friends, or pets. Imagine if you had to risk your life for someone you don’t even know. Imagine climbing up a tree to save an animal that is too scared to fall on its own. These are all things firefighters do every single day. Although we may view them as heroic acts of heroism for firefighters, they are just one part of their job. These heroic firefighters deserve to be honored as much as anyone else. In Ancient Rome, Ceasar Augustus called for the establishment of a firefighting guard, the Vigiles. This was to protect firefighters from being engulfed in flames by the sudden change in wind direction. It is observed on May 4th, Saint Florian’s Day, and Saint Florian who is believed to have been one of the first to command a Roman battalion of firefighters and saved many lives is the patron saint for firefighters. It was so devastating that it rocked the world. Linton, Victoria, Australia is a heavily populated area. At the time, firefighters were fighting a huge bushfire. They requested mutual assistance. The Geelong West Fre Brigade arrived on the scene. They didn’t know what was coming. Matthew Armstrong, Jason Thomas and Stuart Davidson all loaded up into a truck. As part of a strike group, they were sent to extinguish the flames. As they were making their way to the hot zone, the wind suddenly changed direction, causing the truck to burst into flames and all five of them losing their lives. This was a tragic incident that led to the creation of a day to honor firefighters and all they do for us. Many other firefighters lost their lives in the fire service. The International Firefighters Day has a distinctive symbol: the blue and the red ribbon. The ribbon is precisely cut to one cm in width by five cm in length. The two colors are joined at the top. JJ Edmondson chose red and blue because of the symbolism associated with these colors. The red symbol represents fire, while blue is for water. The two colors are recognized as symbols for emergency services around the globe. The ribbon is usually worn at the fold of a shirt’s fabric, i.e. The lapel. It is not limited to one spot. It can be worn wherever you like, such as on your shirt or in your cap. Many people place them on their windows or car mirrors, and also from the trees in their gardens. These ribbons can be placed anywhere you like, but they are a great way to show your support for firefighters around the globe. This day is all about showing appreciation for firefighters’ service, sacrifices, and risks. Find a way that you can show your local firefighters how much they are appreciated! It’s the thought that matters and small gestures can make a difference. So, bringing a piece of cake to the fire hall is a good idea. Consider donating money to one the many charities that help firefighters. Some help firefighters who are injured in the line-of-duty, while others help retired firefighters to live comfortably after taking on the risks for others. A red and blue ribbon, representing the colors of fire and water respectively, can be worn to raise awareness about the dangers firefighters face each day. You can also enjoy many craft projects on Firefighters Day, which are all based on the day’s symbol. While it may seem small-scale gestures, such as baking a cake, wearing a ribbon or donating money to charity, they can make a huge impact on the lives of those who are dedicated to their communities. You can find amazing stories about firefighters by doing a quick internet search. These include firefighters who risk their lives to save babies from burning buildings and those who are involved in high-profile events around the globe, such as the Grenfell Tower fire or the Australian bushfires. We are proud to celebrate Firefighters Day and pay tribute to both the heroic firefighters and those who lost their lives.