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4 de novembro de 2026
— Firehouse Magazine EVT of the Year Awards —
Miami Beach, Flórida – The Miami Beach Fire Department is proud to announce that Fire Fleet Manager Gerald “Jerry” DeYoung has been recognized as one of the top five Emergency Vehicle Technicians (EVTs) in the nation as part of the 2026 Firehouse Magazine EVT of the Year Awards.
The prestigious national award recognizes emergency vehicle technicians who demonstrate excellence in fleet maintenance, mechanical reliability, innovation and a strong commitment to firefighter safety.
DeYoung and his team at the department’s Fire Shop play an essential role in maintaining the department’s fleet of emergency vehicles, ensuring apparatus remain operational, reliable and ready to respond.
“Jerry is an exceptional leader who keeps our Fire Shop running smoothly,” said Chefe do Corpo de Bombeiros de Miami Beach, Digna Abello. “His expertise is invaluable to our department. Our firefighters depend on reliable apparatus to safely and effectively respond to emergencies, and Jerry and his team work tirelessly behind the scenes to make that possible. This recognition is well deserved, and we are incredibly proud of him.”
DeYoung’s recognition highlights the critical work performed behind the scenes to support emergency operations and the department’s continued commitment to providing reliable emergency services to the Miami Beach community.
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