Welcome to The McKinney Podcast, where we celebrate the people and happenings that make our city “Unique By Nature.”
Our guest for this episode is Paul Dow, Fire Chief at the McKinney Fire Department
The MCKPOD is presented by RiskWell and FredShots Photography and recorded at the RiskWell studio in McKinney. Your hosts are James Jenkins and Fred Mahusay
Key Topics:
- Paul’s unexpected path to firefighting, starting as a teenager in Albuquerque and rising to Fire Chief in McKinney.
- How mentorship and faith have guided Paul’s career and approach to leadership.
- Unique challenges of firefighting in McKinney, including frequent lightning-related incidents.
- Training methods used by the fire department to enhance safety and efficiency during emergencies.
- The integration of firefighter-paramedics to handle both fire and medical emergencies.
- A life-saving collaboration between McKinney Police and Fire that demonstrates teamwork in public service.
- Paul’s advice on mental health and resilience in a demanding profession.
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