A firefighter and his workmates raised awareness and $750 for a charity that supports people affected by cancer.

Amaury Majors inspired his colleagues to run as a group in the Bermuda Half-Marathon Derby – complete with specially designed T-shirts – to collect funds for Pals.

Mr Majors, who joined the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service in 2022, said: “I took it upon myself to select Pals because I know of family members and friends who have suffered from cancer.

“I wanted to give back to a charity that has supported those who have suffered from cancer and I thought Pals was the best option.”

Participating firefighters contributed to Mr Majors’s effort by spreading the word and collecting donations.

At the end of their fundraising efforts, Mr Majors ran in the half-marathon with colleagues Reid Henderson, Dean Smith, Tyrrell Burgess, Mahkye Steede, Enrique Russell and Tiante Swan.

Dana Lovell, the Chief Fire Officer, said: “I am delighted to know that Amaury and his colleagues joined with him to support such a wonderful charity that has served countless individuals that have been impacted by such an insidious disease.

“The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service joins with Amaury and wishes to thank him for spearheading this effort.

“Pals will be able to continue that much longer because of the generosity of those persons that gave."

Michael Weeks, the Minister of National Security, said it was “inspiring” to see the departments under his remit give back to their communities outside of their professional demands.

He added: “Mr Majors and his colleagues have shown exemplary dedication and compassion and their contributions to Pals are greatly appreciated.”