Chesterfield firefighter receives Bronze Star Medal for Hurricane Helene rescue mission

Chesterfield firefighter receives Bronze Star Medal for Hurricane Helene rescue mission

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. A Chesterfield firefighter who helped save lives during Hurricane Helene's devastating flooding has been honored with the Virginia National Guard Bronze Star Medal.James Bourdon, a firefighter with more than 20 years of experience, was part of the VAHART team deployed to southwest Virginia in September 2023. VAHART stands for Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Team, a partnership between Chesterfield Fire and EMS and the National…