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Columbia Falls swears in probationary firefighter saved in 2023 crash
Columbia Falls City Council · August 19, 2025
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Summary
The council welcomed and swore in Seth Fortenberger as a probationary volunteer firefighter; staff said he was involved in a 02/27/2023 rollover crash that Columbia Falls Fire Department responded to and noted the firefighters’ association recommended his appointment.
Council welcomed and administered the oath to Seth Fortenberger, who will serve as a probationary volunteer firefighter.
The city noted that Fortenberger was involved in a Feb. 27,…
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