Summary
Prince William and Princess Kate visited a fire and rescue training center in Northern Ireland. They met young firefighters and took part in some training activities. Their visit marks their first joint trip to Northern Ireland in three years.
Key Facts
- Prince William and Princess Kate visited Northern Ireland for the first time in three years.
- They toured the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service Learning and Development College.
- The training center is a 50 million pound facility located in County Tyrone.
- The center includes a firefighting facility, floodwater rescue area, replica village, and training warehouse.
- The royal couple participated in a rope-throwing exercise with firefighters.
- The visit coincides with fire safety week.
- Chief Fire Officer Aidan Jennings noted the day was memorable for the fire service.
- The center aims to train young people to become the next generation of firefighters.
