Russ Gregston

Male

Copper Center, AK

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization: Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Job Function: Captain
Years in Fire/EMS:: 9
Primary Fire/EMS Department:: GlennRich Fire Rescue
Years With Department/Agency: 8
Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations: Firefighter/Engine Operator ,Alaska Dept. Forestry
Vice President Greater Copper Valley Chiefs Assoc.
Fire Chief Kenny Lake VFD
My Training:: Graduate Alaska Engine Academy,FF1,ETT First Responder Extreme Fire Behavior, WUI,ENOP,Reading Smoke,EV Extrication
Swift Water Rescue.
About Me:: I get a great deal of satisfaction out of serving my community and making a difference.Alaska has been a place of many first times and is a great place to figure out what your made of and capable of achieving
Day Job:: Snowcat Operator/Mechanic
Relationship Status:: Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS: I saw a need to make a difference
Why I Love Fire/EMS: Saving life and property
Top Issues Facing Responders:: Safety, Access to quality training,Keeping up with the latest techniques

Fireyladd - Retired Chief Sharp

Russ, Welcome to Firefighter Nation. I am glad you joined the group.There is lots to do, read and be involved with. Your participation and involvement is important to us all.

Merry Christmas!

Chief William Sharp

Brookings Fire / Rescue

Dec 29, 2011
John Jacquette

Hey Chief, I enjoyed viewing your slide show. Good luck with the construction of Station 2.

Feb 10, 2012