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Spain’s Fire Services Mark Patron Day as Valencia Unveils 100 New Hires and Nine Vehicles

Patron-day ceremonies served to announce reinforcements, detail investment plans, plus expand outreach.

Overview

  • Valencia confirmed the addition of 100 firefighters and nine vehicles this year, funded through 2025–2026 public employment offers and a €5.3 million procurement.
  • The Valencia fire corps budget has risen 244% over three years versus the previous administration, now surpassing €16 million, according to the mayor.
  • Madrid firefighters visited children at Hospital Universitario San Rafael with rescue demonstrations and toy deliveries, with March open days scheduled for the 15th, 22nd and 29th already fully booked.
  • Santiago de Compostela reported 1,923 interventions in 2025, including 210 fires (up 6.6%) with 34 forest incidents, and expects vehicles contracted last year to enter service this year.
  • Murcia held an institutional tribute for recently retired personnel, presenting gold service insignias and emphasizing the city’s gratitude for decades of public service.