THEY will be fighting fire with fire on Sunday, 6 April.

Four brave firefighters and a former rugby star will be taking on the Totalsports Two Oceans Half Marathon on Sunday to raise much needed funds for the Volunteer Wildfire Services (VWS).

City of Cape Town firefighters Jermaine Carelse and Renaldo Duncan and their counterparts from VWS, Liam Gannon and Thomas Lennon, will be joined by South African rugby legend James Dalton when they take on this year’s half marathon year’s. Their aim is to raise at least R500 000.

The City of Cape Town’s Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, JP Smith, said the Table Mountain National Park (TMNP) and SANParks firefighting teams work tirelessly to preserve the TMNP, while the municipality’s Fire & Rescue teams lend a helping hand when wildfires threaten the coastline.

“However, we couldn’t do it without the selfless efforts of the VWS. This incredible organization relies on volunteer members who risk their lives to combat wildfires. When disaster strikes, VWS volunteers spring into action, providing critical support to contain runaway veld fires.

“To ensure VWS can continue their vital work, they need our financial support. That’s where you come in, Cape Town,” said Smith.

The firefighters will be taking on the half marathon in full firefighting gear, including breathing apparatus and oxygen tanks! To support VWS, they’re asking people to donate just R21 towards a much-needed vehicle replacement.

Visit www.vws.org.za to learn how to contribute.

“Let’s rally behind these heroes and help protect our beloved city’s natural beauty!” Sources: www.vws.org.za and JP Smith via Facebook