Twelve firefighter recruits, who have completed intensive training over the past 24 weeks, will graduate this afternoon from the Las Vegas Fire Academy.  They will be assigned to various city fire stations to help strengthen the number of firefighters in the city of Las Vegas.

The recruits have received required training to receive certifications including the Nevada State Fire Marshal Firefighter one certification, State of Nevada Emergency Medical Technician – Intermediate and Hazardous Materials Operations certification. 

WHAT:  LVFR Fire Academy Recruit Graduation
WHEN:  TODAY / Thursday, January 7 / 1 p.m.
WHERE:  Palace Station Hotel & Casino
          Meeting Rooms F & G
         West Sahara Avenue & Rancho Drive

WHO:  Various city and fire officials and 12 recruits