Rochester Fire Chief Felipe Hernandez retires on Friday

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Friday is the last day for Rochester Fire Chief Felipe Hernandez. He is retiring after 23 years with the department.

The department took a moment in the morning to celebrate the chief and say thank you for all his years of service. Teresa Everett will take over as interim chief. The City of Rochester says a nationwide search for the next permanent chief is underway.

Today we celebrate Fire Chief Felipe Hernandez. Today is his last day with RFD, and we wish him the best in retirement. Chief Hernandez has served 23 years with us. We appreciate how much Chief Hernandez has committed to the safety of Rochester. Thank you for everything, Chief! pic.twitter.com/FH2llNUO3X

— RochesterNYFD (@RFDPIO1) February 10, 2023