Lifesaving Award (2024)
Assistant Chief Chase Morgan and Firefighter Mason Geary
"On November 19th, 2024, our department responded to a structure fire in the Stella community with the homeowner still inside the house. Upon arrival, these two firefighters were the first to enter the burning house, where they found fire in the kitchen and the house was full of smoke, to search for the homeowner. They were able to find the homeowner, who was unconscious and unresponsive but still with a pulse; they then were able to carry this person out of the house to awaiting medical personnel. Due to their quick actions, this person is alive today & we were told he was released from the out of state hospital."
Lifesaving Award (2025)
Firefighter Adam Wofford
"On April 12th, 2025, Firefighter Wofford arrived at the scene of a serious multi-vehicle accident involving a motorcycle. The situation was critical, with the motorcyclist suffering from a life-threatening injury that required immediate attention. Amid the chaos, Firefighter Wofford swiftly assessed the situation & applied a tourniquet to the injured rider's limb. His quick thinking & proficient application of the tourniquet effectively stopped the severe bleeding, stabilizing the victim until emergency medical services arrived. The life-saving actions of Firefighter Wofford were instrumental in preserving the motorcyclist's life. His ability to remain calm under pressure & provide essential medical intervention exemplifies the highest standards of our profession. It is without a doubt that his prompt & decisive actions saved this person's life."
