Woman rescued by FCFD personnel thanks her heroes; dept.'s 1st in-house EMT class graduates

CUMMING - During a recent ceremony, the Forsyth County Fire Department presented a number of awards, promoted personnel, graduated its first ever in-house EMT class, and graduated its newest recruit class. <br /> <br /> (Read more about the ceremony and those who were honored by clicking on the link below.)<br /> <br /> "Periodically, the Forsyth County Fire Department reviews incidents of significance that have been nominated for particular acts of heroism or actions that result in a life saved," said Division Chief Jason Shivers, who served as emcee for the ceremony. "Additionally, specific incidents that result in decisive and extraordinary efforts by a company are reviewed for Unit Citation Awards."<br /> <br /> Thirty-nine Life Saved and 16 Unit Citation awards were presented to Fire Department<br /> personnel in recognition of outstanding actions over the past several years. <br /> <br /> Three personnel received the Medal of Honor for a rescue from a burning home in December 2013. Tracy Boone, who was rescued from that fire, presented the Medal of Honor awards.<br /> <br /> "We congratulate each and every one of these individuals," Fire Chief Danny Bowman<br /> said. "From those who are embarking on their brand new career with our department to<br /> those who were honored for their heroic actions while on the job, we are proud of each of them."<br /> <br />