Hereford Fire Station has shared a message in tribute of two firefighters that sadly died in an incident in Oxfordshire.
“Station 46 Hereford sends our heartfelt condolences to everyone affected by the incident in Bicester.
“Our thoughts are with the crews, families and everyone at Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service following the tragic loss of two firefighters and a member of the public.”
Update shared by Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service this evening:
We are deeply saddened to confirm the names of the two colleagues who lost their lives dealing with a major incident in Bicester on the evening of Thursday, 15 May.
A member of the public also sadly died in the incident.
Two further firefighters sustained serious injuries and are currently in hospital.
The firefighters who died are Jennie Logan of Oxfordshire County Council’s Fire and Rescue Service and Martyn Sadler of Oxfordshire County Council’s Fire and Rescue who also worked as a firefighter for London Fire Brigade.
Following today’s tragic events, we recognise that people may wish to pay their respects.
We would be grateful if anyone wishes to lay flowers that these are laid in Garth Park, Bicester rather than at fire stations or at Bicester Motion to avoid obstruction to the highways. The park is open 7.30am – 9pm.
From Monday, people can also sign a book of condolence at Garth House in the park (Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm, Friday 9am to 4pm).
Read more on our news pages: https://news.oxfordshire.gov.uk/bicester-motion-incident/
Earlier Release:
Firefighters and Oxfordshire County Council colleagues are today mourning the loss of two firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty while dealing with a major incident in Bicester on the evening of Thursday, 15 May.
A member of the public also sadly died in the incident.
Two further firefighters sustained serious injuries and are currently in hospital.
Ten fire crews attended the incident at Bicester Motion having been called to the scene at 18:39. Four crews remain at the scene with the fire now under control.
Chief Fire Officer Rob MacDougall said: “It is with a very heavy heart that we today report the loss of two of our firefighters. Families have been informed and are being supported. Our thoughts are with them at this most difficult of times and we ask for privacy to be respected.
“We cannot release any details at present but will provide further information as soon as we can.”
The fire is still ongoing but is under control. Other support appliances remain on scene including a hydraulic platform, a water carrier, a command unit and a high volume pumping unit
Advice for local residents to remain indoors and shut all windows has been lifted. Roads that were previously closed are now being opened but traffic is heavy.
Statement from South Central Ambulance Service:
“We were called at 18.57 on Thursday evening to reports of a serious incident at Bicester Motion.
“We sent a robust command structure to support staff and are currently on scene as the incident is ongoing.”
