
The on ThursdayΒ named Lt. Rick ReynoldsΒ asΒ the "Fire DepartmentEmployee of theΒ Year" for his community efforts, Eastside Fire & Rescue announced.
Reynolds, who is bassed at in the Pine Lake area, is a technical and swiftwater rescue team leader. He also presents informationΒ at community meetings, teaches emergency responseΒ classes and specializesΒ in disaster preparation efforts.
He began his firefighting career as a volunteer 911 dispatcher. He is a former volunteer for King County Fire District 27. He joined Eastside Fire in July 1996.Β
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