Charleston’s James W. SpencerHonored forHeroic Save

Recently, Charleston Fire Department Firefighter/Paramedic James W. Spencerwas honored forhis heroic actions on January 30, 2022, saving two people who were trapped inside a residence which was engulfed in fire. Spencerused a ground ladderto enter the second floorof the house — despite the extreme risk to his own personal safety — navigated in heavy fire and smoke conditions to rescue the two occupants who were entrapped in a room adjacent to the main body of the fire. On March 11, 2023, Spencerwas awarded the West Virginia Medal of Valorforhis “Heroic and expeditious actions.” During the March 20, 2023, City Council meeting, Spencerwas recognized with a proclamation.