TWO new firefighters have been welcomed to the crew at Newton Abbot fire station.

Callum Beardsley and James Underwood are undergoing their training and have been spending time learning from colleagues.

A spokesman from the station said: ‘Everyone here at Newton Abbot Fire Station would like to say a massive congratulations to our new firefighters.

‘The pair of them have joined us within the last few months and are both progressing well with their training.

‘For them to achieve the status of firefighter competent, they have a multitude of courses and assessments that they will need to complete.

‘This will keep them busy for roughly the next couple of years.

‘They have both already completed the courses necessary to ride as an active member on the fire appliance, and therefore can take a proactive part within the crew.

‘Congratulations on joining the team, and we are looking forward to seeing how you guys develop going forward. Best of luck.’