News 12 Staff

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Jun 27, 2023, 7:23 AM

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The Mount Vernon Fire Department now has its first Hispanic deputy fire chief

Juan Peralta just received the promotion to the position.

He's been a dedicated member of the department since 2004.

During his time, he has become a certified EMT, arson investigator, and level two fire instructor.

He was promoted to fire lieutenant in 2013, and then to fire captain in 2017.