By Romy Stephens
Fire brigades across the Yarra Ranges will sound their sirens today (29 April) in honour of the four police officers that were killed in Kew on 22 April.
At 5:40pm, the same time the officers’ lives were taken, brigades will sound their sirens four times as a mark of respect.
Upper Ferntree Gully Fire Brigade captain Peter Smith said he expects most brigades across the region will participate.
He said the CFA’s relationship with Victoria Police is a vital part of the community.
“Every brigade that has a working siren has been asked to do it and I think it’s fantastic,” he said.
“We work hand in hand…We’re a group of people that are community-based and we love everything that goes on in our community.”
Mr Smith also said the incident had made his team more mindful when they attended car accidents.
Funerals will be held for Leading Senior Constable Lyn Taylor, Constable Glen Humphris, Senior Constable Kevin King and Constable Josh Prestney later this week.
