Prince George Fire Chief Cliff Warner is wrapping up a 30 year career in fire rescue after announcing his retirement.
Warner began his career in 1995 as a fire dispatcher for a couple years, becoming a firefighter for 14 years, then to chief of the dispatch centre, moving through each of the deputy chiefs before taking his current role.
He talks about notable moments in his career.
“As a dispatcher, I was unfortunately and fortunately involved in dispatching a large explosion that happened in Quesnel.”
“As a firefighter, I would have to say responding to the events that took place during the NCP (North Central Plywood) fire. There were ultimately four fairly significant fires that same day.”
Warner says the difference between dispatchers and firefighters compared to a more managerial role is doing what’s expected, and thinking and directing the work.
He notes that at every level, you’re only as good as the people around you, adding he’s been fortunate to have been around great people.
Warner says a lot of his decisions are based on his family and family needs, and his decision to retire was no different.
His final day with the department will be May 30th, and the City will begin the process of selecting a new fire chief.
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