Four brave firefighters from the Salisbury Fire Department received Maryland’s highest honor for emergency responders during a ceremony held on Kent Island this past Sunday, April 19th.
The Maryland Fire Chiefs Association presented the Chief Leonard T. King, Sr. Medal of Valor to the four Salisbury personnel during their yearly recognition event. This distinguished award is reserved for Maryland’s fire, rescue, and emergency medical service personnel who put themselves in significant danger while attempting to rescue human lives during critical emergencies over the previous twelve months.
To earn this recognition, recipients must demonstrate exceptional bravery, personal sacrifice, and performance that goes far beyond their regular duties, all while upholding the strictest safety and professional standards.
The four Salisbury Fire Department heroes recognized this year include Lt. Andrew Merrill, MPO/Sgt. Mike Ozman, FF/PM Corey Dean, and FF/EMT Thomas Moore, Jr.
According to the department, these individuals represent the finest qualities of emergency service through their courage, commitment, and dedication to protecting the community they serve.
