Warwickshire firefighters are hot stuff in new kit

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Warwickshire County Council’s Fire and Rescue Service is launching its new fire kit.



The gold-coloured personal protective equipment (PPE) with its sci-fi looking heat reflective visor, replaces the dark blue uniforms residents are used to seeing. The new design has been created to withstand the toughest environments.

The new kit includes helmet, heat reflecting visor, gloves, boots, tunic and trousers.

Chief Fire Officer, Graeme Smith, said: “Firefighter safety is one of our top priorities and whilst the new kit may look a little different, it will provide our firefighters with the very latest in PPE technology, ensuring that they are protected against some the most extreme environments.

“The tunics consist of three protective layers – an inner thermal barrier, a moisture barrier and an outer material that is tougher and more flame resistant.”

In addition to the new fire kit, the service has also invested in more thermal image cameras.