Frye Recognizes Hoosier Volunteer Firefighters with more than 50 years of Service

He recognized over 69 volunteer firefighters with over 50 years of service totaling more than 3,450 years served.

Photo Courtesy of IN State House

(Indianapolis, Ind.) - State Rep. Randy Frye honored Indiana volunteer firefighters yesterday with a resolution at the Indian Statehouse who have served their communities for more than 50 years.

Recognizing over 69 volunteer firefighters who have devoted at least 50 years to protecting Hoosiers brings a total of more than 3,450 years that they have collectively served their communities.

“The volunteer fire service is the best bargain in Indiana, and is the backbone for emergency services across our state,” Frye said. “I learned in the fire academy the greatest resource on the fire ground is manpower. The second greatest resource is experienced manpower. These are the best Indiana has to offer.”

According to Frye, there are more than 800 volunteer fire and rescue departments across Indiana helping protect Hoosiers from fires, floods, and other natural disasters. The brave volunteers also respond to car crashes, medical emergencies, and provide fire protection.

“We would like to thank the Indiana House for honoring these 69 individuals who have taken a lot of time and effort into bettering their community to make their neighborhoods a safer place,” said Indiana Volunteer Firefighters Association President David Israel.