Proclamations

Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month, January, 2025

WHEREAS: The brave firefighters of the St. John’s Regional Fire Department put their lives on the line every day to protect our community, often facing dangerous and hazardous environments; and

WHEREAS: Research shows firefighters are at an elevated risk of developing various types of cancer due to exposure to toxic chemicals, carcinogens and smoke during firefighting and rescue operations; and

WHEREAS: Early detection, prevention, and improved safety measures, including protective equipment, are critical to reducing risks and protecting the health and well-being of our firefighters; and

WHEREAS: We recognize the need for increased education and awareness surrounding the risks of cancer for firefighters, the necessity for proactive action, and the importance of providing resources for affected individuals and their families;

THEREFORE: I, Mayor Danny Breen, do hereby proclaim January 2025 as Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month in the City of St. John’s.