In Prince Rupert, there’s a new Fire Chief in town, and his name is Jeff Beckwith.
Beckwith was promoted to the position today, after having as Deputy Fire Chief since 2009.
He has been with Prince Rupert Fire Department for over 23 years, and served as a volunteer firefighter on the Sunshine Coast for 3 years prior to that.
Beckwith replaces outgoing Chief Dave Mckenzie, who spent 13 years in the role, and over 30 at the Department in general.
In his new role, Beckwith will oversee a roster of 20 firefighters, as well as 7 dispatchers, who provide both fire an ambulatory services to the community.
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