This month marks the beginning of a year‑long campaign recognising 30 years of Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service.

Formed in 1996 from the former Dyfed, Powys and West Glamorgan fire brigades, MAWWFRS has spent three decades serving and protecting the communities of Mid and West Wales.

This anniversary gives us the opportunity to celebrate the proud traditions we inherited from those brigades, while reflecting on the achievements, challenges and defining moments that have shaped our Service since.

Throughout the year, MAWWFRS will be sharing stories and insights from across the service, including:

  • Personal stories from firefighters, control staff, volunteers and support teams
  • Key moments and milestones in its history
  • The evolution of equipment, training and specialist rescue capabilities
  • Community and Business Fire Safety successes
  • Partnerships that have strengthened local resilience

A spokesperson for MAWWFRS said: “While this campaign looks back at our heritage, it also looks forward. Through our Community Risk Management Plan 2040, we are preparing for the changing risks and challenges ahead - from climate impacts and digital innovation to the ever evolving needs of our diverse and growing communities.

“Across 2026, we will highlight how we are investing in innovation, data‑driven prevention, specialist teams and sustainable practices to ensure we remain ready for the next decade and beyond, across the realms of Prevention, Protection, Response and Resilience.

“Our commitment to protecting the people, places and communities of Mid and West Wales is as strong today as it was in 1996.

“We look forward to taking you on this anniversary journey with us throughout the coming year and seeing you at one of our local events.”