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City of San Luis Obispo announces new Deputy Fire Chief

Posted at 11:57 AM, Aug 08, 2019
and last updated 2019-08-08 18:28:05-04

The City of San Luis Obispo has named a new Deputy Fire Chief.

Thursday, August 8 is Michael Alforque's first day on the job with the San Luis Obispo City Fire Department.

Alforque has 25 years of experience in fire service, most recently as a Battalion Chief for the City of Fresno Fire Department. He's also a Safety Officer in the California Interagency Incident Management Team 4 and a state fire instructor.

The city says he will be active in helping the department complete a new training plan and strategic plan.

"It's an honor and privilege to be a member of the San Luis Obispo Fire Department," Alforque said in a press release. "With City Administration, Chief Aggson, and all members of SLO Fire, I want to continue to build internal and external relationships and provide our community WOW service."