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Brave Eight-Year-Old Firefighter Fulfills Dream with Make-a-Wish

10/9/2025

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Story summary

Elliott, an eight-year-old from Chesterfield, had his firefighter wish fulfilled by Make-a-Wish UK.
The event was organized with Derbyshire's fire service and highlighted Elliott's bravery.
Elliott is non-verbal and requires daily medication; he enjoyed spraying water on real flames and breaking open a mock car.
MoCD-A is a rare disorder; only three children in the UK live with it.

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Story summary

Elliott, an eight-year-old from Chesterfield, had his firefighter wish fulfilled by Make-a-Wish UK.
The event was organized with Derbyshire's fire service and highlighted Elliott's bravery.
Elliott is non-verbal and requires daily medication; he enjoyed spraying water on real flames and breaking open a mock car.
MoCD-A is a rare disorder; only three children in the UK live with it.