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Soda Springs honors volunteer firefighter Brandon Nielsen for reservoir rescue
Summary
The Soda Springs City Council presented a Recognition of Valor to volunteer firefighter Brandon Nielsen for rescuing a near-drowning person from Alexander Reservoir on March 8, 2026, praising his bravery and service to the community.
The Soda Springs City Council presented a Recognition of Valor on April 1 to volunteer firefighter Brandon Nielsen for rescuing a person who nearly drowned on thin ice at Alexander Reservoir on March 8, 2026. Chair read a plaque citation praising Nielsen’s “disregard for your own personal safety” and said the act helped save a fellow citizen’s life.
The award was introduced during the meeting’s recognition segment, when the presiding official described the rescue as “valor above and beyond,” and presented a plaque noting Nielsen’s bravery and dedication. The council praised the broader role of volunteers in the community and invited Nielsen forward to receive the recognition.
The council’s statement described the event date as 03/08/2026 and credited Nielsen and members of the Soda Springs Volunteer Fire Department with helping rescue a person from thin ice. No formal policy action or compensation was announced; the council framed the item as a public recognition of service.
Council members and staff reiterated appreciation for volunteers and first responders, and the session moved on to other agenda items. The recognition concluded with brief applause and thanks from attendees.
