There are approximately 50,000 dedicated men and women who serve in Ohio’s fire service.
The State Fire Marshal is accepting nominations through Dec. 31 of heroes in local communities to be recognized for their service.
The awards recognize the bravery, commitment and sacrifice those men and women make on behalf of their communities, as well as members of the public who, at great personal risk to themselves, are credited with directly saving or attempting to save a life or lives during an extreme fire or other emergency rescue situation.
The awards to be presented include:
- Ohio Fire Service Valor Award
- Ohio Fire Service Citizen's Award
- Ohio Fire Officer of the Year Award
- Ohio Fire Department of the Year Award
- Ohio Fire Service Instructor of the Year Award
- Ohio Fire Service Distinguished Service Award
- Ohio Fire Prevention Educator of the Year Award
- Ohio Fire Educator Lifetime Achievement Award
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