Female fire crew turns heads

By Thomas Fudge / Science and Technology Reporter, KPBS Public Broadcasting

Published February 15, 2006 at 9:00 PM PST

This story was published more than 19 years ago.

San Diego's Fire-Rescue Department is considered one of the best departments for women to work. Host Tom Fudge interviews two members of an all-female fire crew in San Diego.

San Diego's Fire-Rescue Department is considered one of the best departments for women to work. Host Tom Fudge interviews two members of an all-female fire crew in San Diego.

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Joi Evans , Captain of San Diego Fire Engine Company 22.
Melissa Cleary , crew engineer of Fire Engine Company 22. She maintains and drives the fire engine.

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A journalist with 30 years of experience, Tom covers science and technology stories for KPBS' platforms. He has received recognition for his outstanding work in hosting and public affairs reporting from the Unity Awards, the Northwest Broadcast News Association, and the San Diego chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists.

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