Lexington firefighters are showing the new generation what it means to be a first responder. The Lexington Fire Training Center is hosting the fourth Brenda Cowan Fire Camp for Girls.
Wednesday morning, local girls here in Lexington got a chance to learn what it’s like to be a firefighter, all while honoring the memory of the late Brenda Cowan.
Cowan was killed in the line of duty back in 2004, but before that, she was a trailblazer for women working as firefighters. Now, her example is leading to future generations wanting to join the department.
Officials say a number of these girls have taken classes on being a firefighter, but today offers them something different. “They’ll learn the difference between an engine and a ladder in the morning and this afternoon, they will work with our rescue company and our EC Unit to learn a little about our ropes, operations, bleeding control, CPR and that kind of thing,” said Lexington Fire Department Captain Maquel Johnson.