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Shreveport fire personnel receive state and local commendations; bomb squad and Engine 7 honored

5963530 · July 9, 2025
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Summary

The council and civic groups recognized fire department personnel: Michael Hood received a VFW explosives ordnance disposal award and three Engine 7 firefighters were commended for a June 7 rescue at a Stoner Avenue structure fire.

At the June 24 council meeting the Shreveport Fire Department received two recognitions: a national/state Veterans of Foreign Wars award presented to Chief of Fire Prevention Michael Hood, and certificates of accommodation for Engine 7 personnel who rescued an occupant from a Stoner Avenue structure fire on June 7.

Why it matters: The awards publicly acknowledge potentially life-saving actions and specialized…

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