Residents lined the streets of Atlantis this weekend as sirens echoed through the suburb - not in response to disaster, but in celebration of the men and women who risk their lives to protect others.
The City's Fire and Rescue Service marked International Firefighters Day with a lively community event at the Wesfleur Sportsground on Friday, drawing families, emergency service supporters and curious residents eager to get a closer look at the people behind the uniforms.
A day dedicated to braveryThe event kicked off with a colourful cavalcade through Atlantis, with fire engines making their way through the area before crowds gathered for exhibitions, live demonstrations, games and sporting activities.
