Retired fireman Rob Evans has written three books, which are vulnerable and honest accounts about his story as a firefighter, whilst raising awareness for.
Obrigado Bombeiros
Associação Obrigado Bombeiros started in August 2016 when a few friends in a bar discussed how they could raise funds to help buy much needed uniforms, apparatus etc. for their local Bombeiros, in a period when the Silves and Lagoa Bombeiros were very much involved in dealing with fires in the area.
With the help and support of others and the local community in Silves, Associação Obrigado Bombeiros was formed and the first event, a live Auction with a BBQ was held in the September of that year. The event was held at the then Quinta da Figueirinha, O’Gradys 12 Bar and a large sum of money was raised which went beyond all expectations and was then divided equally between Silves and Lagoa Bombeiros. A great many local businesses made this event possible by donating meals, services and products for the event.