John Long from Clay County honored as Professional Firefighter of the Year

For Clay Today

Posted 2/1/24

TALLAHASSEE – Florida Chief Financial Officer and State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis recognized Clay County Fire Rescue Firefighter John Long as the 2023 Professional Firefighter of the …

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John Long from Clay County honored as Professional Firefighter of the Year

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For Clay Today

TALLAHASSEE – Florida Chief Financial Officer and State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis recognized Clay County Fire Rescue Firefighter John Long as the 2023 Professional Firefighter of the Year at the Fire Service Awards on Tuesday, Jan. 23.

“There are so many deserving professional firefighters that stand with me and deserve the recognition,” Long said. “I especially want to thank my family for all their support and love over the years. Thank you to the Clay County Fire Rescue. Their support, as well as Local 3362, has been incredible. I also want to thank The Florida Professional Firefighters under the leadership of Pres Bernoska. I thank you for your confidence in me. I am so proud to be a member of the elite FEMA Florida Task Force 1 from Miami Dade Fire Rescue. They took a chance on me years ago, and I am proud to be a part of that team.”

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a resolution recognizing this designation.