ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Fire Rescue has 20 new firefighters ready to respond to emergencies after taking their oath of service. City leaders joined AFR Fire Chief Emily Jaramillo in welcoming the new cadets.
Chief Jaramillo spoke Thursday afternoon after the graduation ceremony, “I’m immensely proud of each and every one of you. You have earned your place in our ranks through hard work and perserverance and an unyielding spirit. As you step out of the academy and into the firehouse, know you carry with you our hopes, our trust, and our deepest respect. Congratulations, and welcome to our fire family.”
Albuquerque Fire Rescue’s academy is a 19-week course. Orientation for the next cadet class is scheduled to begin next week.
