Sitka Fire Chief on Importance of Volunteers, Fire Safety, and when to Call 911

Sitka Fire Chief on importance of volunteers, fire safety, and when to call 911

For a small fire department like Sitka’s, volunteers are incredibly important. There are currently 14 paid staff and about 80 to 90 volunteers on on the roster. Interim Fire Chief Brian McLaughlin joined KCAW on the Morning Interview to discuss the Sitka Fire Department’s staffing situation, how to become a volunteer, how to practice fire safety and be prepared for outdoor activities, when to call 911, and recent emergency responses in Sitka. Li…

Selma Fire Chief Sworn In, Two Firefighters Promoted To Captain

SELMA, N.C. – The Selma Fire Department celebrated a changing of the guard and two promotions Thursday night as the town’s new fire chief was officially sworn in and two firefighters were elevated to the rank of captain. Brannan Barbee, who officially became Selma Fire Chief on Aug. 1, took the oath of office from […]