The disappearance of Crew Manager Iain Hughes (42) in June 2023 was devastating for Iain’s family and friends, and all of us here at West Midlands Fire Service (WMFS).
After two years’ intensive training, Iain had been attempting to swim the English Channel to raise funds for three charities.
Tragically, he went missing during the swim. His body was later located in waters off Belgium.
Iain was married and had two children. He joined WMFS in 1999, at the age of 19, and went on to serve at several of our fire stations. He was a highly-respected and much-loved colleague and friend to many.
If you would like to share memories of Iain, or express your condolences to his family, please do so here.