Submitted by the Lopez Island Prevention Coalition

They each come with their own story, reason to serve and personal commitment to protect life, property and the environment.

Nine members of the Lopez community recently became the newest firefighters of San Juan Fire District 4. Chad Ferrians, Destiny Becerra, Derekk Buffum, Sophie Burton, Emalie Hobi, Thomas Hobi, Mike Hobi, Table Studzienko and Vinny Kramer have joined the team of 33 volunteers also known as Lopez Fire and EMS. Sophie, Emalie, T.J. and Vinny are students and participate in the Youth Fire and EMS program. Congratulations to the new graduates and thank you for serving and protecting our community.