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Spokane Fire Chief Julie O’Berg will retire on October 6 after nearly four decades in the fire service. Mayor Lisa Brown appointed Assistant Chief Tom Williams as her successor, effective October 7, ensuring continuity in leadership.
Firefighters rescued an unconscious man from a duplex fire in Spokane on August 25, 2025. The victim was transported to Sacred Heart Medical Center in critical condition, while the fire was brought under control within 20 minutes. The cause of the blaze remains under investigation.
Spokane Fire Chief Julie O’Berg will retire in October after 36 years of service, with Assistant Chief Tom Williams named as her successor. O’Berg, the first woman to lead the department, emphasized her gratitude towards the community and department members during her tenure. Williams, with extensive experience in fire service, will take over on October 7.
Spokane Fire Chief Julie O’Berg will retire on October 6 after nearly four decades in the fire service. Mayor Lisa Brown appointed Assistant Chief Tom Williams as her successor, effective October 7, ensuring a seamless leadership transition. O’Berg, the first woman to lead the department, expressed gratitude for her time in service.
Spokane Fire Chief Julie O’Berg will retire on October 6 after nearly four decades in the fire service. Mayor Lisa Brown appointed Assistant Chief Tom Williams as her successor, effective October 7, ensuring continuity in leadership. O’Berg has been a trailblazer as the first female chief of the Spokane Fire Department, serving since 2020.
Firefighters rescued an unconscious man from a duplex fire on South Sherman Street in Spokane on August 25, 2025. The victim was transported to a local hospital in critical condition, while the fire caused extensive damage, rendering the residence uninhabitable. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Firefighters rescued an unconscious man from a house fire in Spokane on Monday, transporting him to a hospital in critical condition. The blaze, which started on the first floor of a duplex, resulted in extensive damage, making the residence uninhabitable. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Firefighters rescued an unconscious man from a house fire on South Sherman Street in Spokane this morning. The victim was transported to Sacred Heart Medical Center in critical condition, while the fire, which caused extensive damage, was brought under control in 20 minutes. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Spokane Fire Chief Julie O’Berg will retire in October after nearly four decades in the fire service. Mayor Lisa Brown appointed Assistant Chief Tom Williams as her successor, effective October 7, ensuring continuity in the department's leadership.
Spokane Fire Chief Julie O’Berg will retire on October 6 after nearly 40 years in the fire service. Mayor Lisa Brown appointed Assistant Chief Tom Williams as her successor, effective October 7, to ensure a seamless leadership transition.