Stories written by GRISELLE MARINO

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue conducts first Change of Command event

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue conducts first Change of Command event

Surrounded by the love, respect and admiration of family, friends and coworkers, Fire Chief Dave Downey assumed command of Miami-Dade Fire Rescue (MDFR) on Feb. 1. MDFR celebrated its first ever Change of Command ceremony in order to pay tribute to retiring Fire Chief William “Shorty” Bryson, a 38-year veteran of the fire service and [...]

Feb 21 2013 | Posted by | Read More »

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue saves puppies from fire

Lt. Karen Chambers treats one of the puppies administering oxygen with a pet oxygen mask.

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue saved three puppies from a townhouse fire that took place on Monday, July 9, in southwest Miami-Dade County. Upon arrival, fire crews were advised that there was a litter of puppies still inside the house. Firefighters were successful in locating and rescuing the puppies from the burning home. Paramedics treated three puppies [...]

Aug 6 2012 | Posted by | Read More »