Patterson’s New Fire Chief Takes the Helm | Sacramento News

Patterson welcomes its new Fire Chief, Jeff Hakola, who took the oath this past Tuesday after six months as acting chief. With over 30 years of firefighting experience — starting as a teen in the Fire Explorer program in 1993 — Hakola brings seasoned leadership and a deep connection to the community. Facing staffing challenges as the only paid fire department on the west side, the team has added three firefighters, plans to launch a third company with a new ladder truck in January, and is eyeing a third station. They’re also launching a local Fire Explorer program to inspire the next generation — a path Hakola hopes will spark dreams in young Patterson residents as the city grows. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/709b47bf31b084c6