Type of Organization

Combination Fire Rescue Department, EMS/Rescue Squad - Volunteer

Job Function

Firefighter / EMT-Basic, EMT - Basic, First Responder

Years in Fire/EMS:

2 (as FF student), 1 as EMS

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Estacion Central, CBV Guatemala

Years With Department/Agency

1.5 (as student)

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.bomberosvoluntarios.org/

Web Site:

http://www.guatemala.cruzroja.org/

My Training:

I have taken 1.5 years of firefighting training at the national firefighting school in Guatemala. I have also taken some courses with the Red Cross (First Aid, National Emergency Team).

About Me:

I volunteer at the Guatemalan Red Cross delegation in prevention and a volunteer firefighter at CVB. I love to be able to work in my country, because I can see how great the need is. I would like to meet and chat with firefighters from anywhere in the world.

Day Job:

High School Teacher

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I was sick of feeling useless. Also this is the way I thank life for all the opportunities I have been given.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I am helping my country and serving God.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Here in Guatemala of course it is the lack of personnel and resources. I have actually seen SCBA equipment from the 80's being used in some companies. I hope to form liasons and maybe reduce this a little. The men and women who work here are extremely dedicated and I am very proud to serve with them.