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Spokane Fire Chief Julie O’Berg announced her retirement after nearly four decades in the fire service, effective October 6. Mayor Lisa Brown appointed Assistant Chief Tom Williams as her successor, ensuring a seamless leadership transition.
Firefighters rescued an unconscious man from a house fire in Spokane on August 25, 2025. The victim, found on the first floor, was transported to the hospital in critical condition. The cause of the fire is under investigation, with damages rendering the duplex uninhabitable.
Spokane Fire Chief Julie O’Berg announced her retirement, effective 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 the department's leadership.
Firefighters rescued an unconscious man from a house fire in Spokane on August 25, 2025. The victim, found on the first floor, was transported to a local hospital in critical condition as firefighters battled the blaze that severely damaged the duplex. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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. O’Berg's leadership has significantly impacted the Spokane Fire Department, marking a historic tenure as the first female chief.
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, ensuring continuity in leadership. O’Berg has made significant contributions to the Spokane Fire Department since joining in 2020.
Spokane Fire Chief Julie O’Berg plans to 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 a seamless transition. O’Berg has been a significant leader in the department, becoming the first woman to lead the Spokane Fire Department.
Firefighters rescued an unconscious man from a house fire in Spokane on August 25, 2025. The victim was transported to Sacred Heart Medical Center in critical condition as crews battled flames that extended from the first floor to the attic. The cause of the blaze is under investigation, and damages rendered the duplex uninhabitable.
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, ensuring a smooth transition in leadership. O’Berg’s final day is October 6, with Williams officially taking over on October 7.
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, ensuring continuity in leadership. O’Berg has been a pioneering figure, becoming the first woman to lead the Spokane Fire Department.