The annual Port Solent 999 Day took place on Saturday, September 7, as families flocked to learn more about the emergency services and the people that are there to help us in times of need. A number of activities were available on the day including trying your hand at using a fire hose and perusing an impressive line-up of emergency vehicles modern and old.
Representatives of Hampshire Fire & Rescue, Raynet (Emergency Communications Service), Hampshire Police, the RNLI, South Coast Ambulance Service and Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance were on hand to speak to the community about the work they do.
Here are 16 pictures of a fantastic day at Port Solent:

13. Port Solent held their annual 999 day on Saturday afternoon, giving local residents the chance to get up close and personal with the regions emergency response vehicles. Pictured - Youngsters Jaxon, 8 and Oakley, 4 from Havant Photos by Alex Shute
Jaxon, 8, and Oakley, 4, from Havant, enjoying Port Solent 999 Day. Photo: Alex Shute

14. Port Solent 999 Day
Phillip Lents and Stormy Stan at Port Solent 999 Day. Photos by Alex Shute Photo: Alex Shute

15. Port Solent 999 Day
Port Solent held its annual 999 day on Saturday, September 7 giving local residents the chance to get up close and personal with the regions emergency response vehicles. Photo: Alex Shute

16. Port Solent 999 Day
Genevieve Green, 7, gets her face painted at Port Solent 999 Day. Photo: Alex Shute