This column reflects the opinion of the writer. Learn about the differences between a news story and an opinion column.
Firefighters true heroes
I totally agree with the Jan. 20 letter writer (“In praise of firefighters”) who defended and praised the actions of the Spokane firefighters during the November windstorm.
The evening of the storm, several neighbors and I were at 21st Avenue and Grand Boulevard directing traffic in the dark with flashlights because Grand was closed by fallen decades-old, 100-foot pine trees. Parts of 21st had been closed by fallen trees as well, and we were directing traffic up South Grand, still open, so folks could get home from work, etc.
Suddenly, a fire truck comes around the corner, stops, and a fireman hops out and hands us the reflective jackets that they use, saying, “Put these on so traffic can see you better out here. Turn them in at the nearest fire station when this is over.”
And off they went in the dark to the next emergency.
For this action and for all they do to protect us, in my view these folks are the true heroes. And no scandals.
David Vogel
Spokane