The Chattanooga Fire Department held its annual Fire Prevention Week ceremonies Monday at the Fire Training Center and at the Fireman’s Fountain next to the county courthouse.
Stan Russell president of the Hamilton Place Rotary Club announced that Captain Ashley May and Lieutenant Alex Cole were selected as this year’s Firefighters of the Year by the club. On Aug. 5, 2014, these firefighters and others responded to an early morning fire at a duplex at 2103 Daisy Street. With the entire front part of the duplex engulfed in flames, Captain May and Lt. Cole made their way inside to look for victims. At the rear of the B side of the duplex, they found a man lying on the floor. The two firefighters carried the victim out of the apartment, where he was treated on the scene and later at a hospital. The victim survived, thanks to the efforts of these two firefighters.
Fire Chief Lamar Flint presented life saving medals to Captain May and Lt. Cole.
At the Firefighter’s Memorial Fountain next to the county courthouse, under pouring rain, Deputy Fire Marshal Seth Miller and Chattanooga Mayor Andy Berke led a brief ceremony to recognize those firefighters who have passed away over the past year. Bagpipe music was provided by Alhambra Shrine Highlander Pipes and Drums.
Source: Chattanooga Fire Department