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Austin Fire swears in 40 new firefighters after 28-week academy
Summary
Forty recruits completed a 28-week training program and were sworn in as probationary firefighters at an Austin Fire graduation ceremony March 24 at Bannockburn Church. Awards and a valedictory speech highlighted the event.
Forty recruits who completed a 28-week training academy were pinned and sworn in as probationary firefighters by the Austin Fire Department at a graduation ceremony March 24 at Bannockburn Church.
The ceremony featured the presentation of colors by the Austin Fire Honor Guard and the Star-Spangled Banner sung by Cadet Christopher Lanier, followed by remarks from Battalion Chief Jamie Silas, who served as master of ceremonies. Fire Chief Joel Baker administered the oath of office to the new probationary firefighters.
The graduation recognized individual awards and the role of…
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