Fire Rescue News
Mayor Recognizes Off-Duty Firefighter Who Risked His Life to Save Another
Albuquerque firefighter Ryan Medford was off duty when a motorcyclist crashed right before his eyes on the Big I flyover. With no equipment, backup or someone to protect him from cars speeding by, Medford stopped and risked his own life on the narrow stretch of road to render aid to the motorcyclist.
Firefighter Saves Woman's Life
Traveling to work, Inspector Richard Chavez stopped and performed CPR on a unconscious woman.
Fire Fighters Honored for Balloon Rescue
Mayor Richard J. Berry applauds three Albuquerque fire fighters for bringing four trapped balloonists to safety.