Chris Couell

, Male

Profile Information:

Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Assistant or Deputy Chief

Years in Fire/EMS:

26

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Orchard Park Fire Company, Orchard Park NY

Years With Department/Agency

26

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Gold Cross Ambulance, Buffalo NY-
early 80's, what a trip!

My Training:

I'm almost at 100 various courses to date, and always learning more.
"Learn today, teach it tomorrow, and you can save lives and property without even being there"

About Me:

Joined as soon as I turned 18, never looked back....

Day Job:

TV News Photographer/Reporter

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

What 18 yr old male doesn't want to drive a firetruck? Plus all I did as a kid was watch "Emergency"on TV, so I really had no choice.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Seeing the younger members working and training and enjoying it as much as I do.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Recruiting, Retention, Proper Training, Professionalism

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