Montgomery Fire & Rescue Chief Miford Jordan retires after 40 years

Montgomery Fire & Rescue (MFR) Chief Miford Jordan is retiring after 40 years in the department. 

According to a post on social media Jordan served 18 years as chief during his 40-year tenure in which he was the first black deputy fire chief, the first black chief and was the first black firefighter to have this long in the department. 

Additionally, he was the third firefighter to have 40 years of career service, the post said. 

In his time the department was graded as ISO 1, had CFAI and CASS accreditations, acquired advanced EMS equipment, new fire and medic trucks; donated thousands of dollars to charitable causes and was a "staunch advocate and supporter" of firefighter physical fitness.

Over the past six years an estimated $40 million was invested in the department's equipment, vehicles, salaries and others. 

"These accomplishments are a true testament to his leadership and the framework of our department," said the post.