Thousands raised at charity car wash

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Fire-fighters putting the shine back into a car

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service have said a huge thank you to everyone who got their vehicles washed at a fire station as part of the national car wash event.

Fire-fighters from Rochdale, Heywood and Littleborough took part in the event which saw many people take their cars for a spring clean.

The event ran across the whole of Greater Manchester Fire Service and it is thought around £20,000 was raised for The Fire Fighters Charity.

This event also provided an opportunity for people in the community to meet and have a chat with their local fire-fighters about keeping their homes safe from fire.

The money raised will help the fire fighting community with any support and assistance and help towards the continued good work offered by the three UK centres, located in Cumbria, Devon and West Sussex, which offer varying combinations of therapy and recuperation services for fire service staff.

County Fire Officer and Chief Executive Steve McGuirk said: “The continued support that the Charity receives is extremely valued by all members of staff. I would like to extend my sincere thanks, on behalf of The Fire Fighters Charity, to both the people of Greater Manchester and our staff for their brilliant efforts over the weekend.”