LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — The Professional Firefighters of Nevada took over Fremont Street on Tuesday for the annual St. Paddy’s Day Parade and Firefighter Games, drawing crews from across Southern Nevada for a day of competition and fundraising.
The parade stepped off at noon from the 3rd Street Stage on Fremont Street and marched to the Plaza Hotel and Casino. Bagpipers and fire engines accompanied firefighters along the route before crews moved to the Plaza parking lot for the games.
Once the parade ended, firefighters traded their gear for tug-of-war ropes and wheelbarrows. Event coordinator Nino Galloway said the games serve a dual purpose.
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“Well, first off, it’s about bragging rights. Secondly, it’s about camaraderie and brotherhood and sisterhood,” he said.
Beyond the competition, organizers said the event has a larger mission. The money raised goes back to support firefighters and their families throughout the state.
“We’ve been around since 2014, and we help firefighters throughout the state of Nevada. It’s a fun event, but it’s also meant to raise some funds that will go back and help Nevada firefighters,” he said.
Those who were unable to attend can find donation information at thepffn.org.
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