{"id":10768,"date":"2026-05-18T11:55:08","date_gmt":"2026-05-18T18:55:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eltermometro.mx\/?p=10768"},"modified":"2026-05-18T11:55:10","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T18:55:10","slug":"yuma-fire-department-announces-new-deputy-fire-chief","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eltermometro.mx\/index.php\/2026\/05\/18\/yuma-fire-department-announces-new-deputy-fire-chief\/","title":{"rendered":"Yuma Fire Department Announces New Deputy Fire Chief"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Yuma, Arizona- The Yuma Fire Department is proud to announce the promotion of Richard Root to Deputy Fire Chief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deputy Chief Root has dedicated more than 27 years of service to the Yuma Fire Department. Throughout his career, he has served in a wide range of roles, including Battalion Chief and Division Chief, consistently demonstrating strong leadership, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence. Most recently, he served as the Interim Deputy Fire Chief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His extensive experience and proven leadership abilities make him an outstanding choice for the position. Deputy Chief Root has played a key role in supporting department operations, mentoring personnel, and helping guide strategic initiatives that benefit both the organization and the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAfter 27 years with the department, it\u2019s a privilege to step into this role,\u201d said Deputy Chief Root. \u201cMy focus will remain on supporting our firefighters and delivering reliable, high-quality service to the citizens of Yuma, while continuing to strengthen staffing, enhance professional development, and plan for the department\u2019s future growth.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This promotion reflects the respect Deputy Chief Root has earned among his peers and leadership, as well as his continued dedication to serving the Yuma community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Yuma Fire Department asks the community to join in congratulating Deputy Fire Chief Richard Root on this well-deserved promotion.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Yuma, Arizona- The Yuma Fire Department is proud to announce the promotion of Richard Root to Deputy Fire Chief. 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