By: Alyssa Wilson Lieutenant Tamica Barnett has made history as the first Black woman to join the ranks of Lieutenant at the Syracuse Fire Department. Today is International Firefighter's Day! On this important day, we are pleased to announce the following promotions, which became effective at 0800: Lt. Tamica Barnett, Lt. Christopher Birmingham, Lt Jeremy Burton, Lt. Jeffrey Cole, Lt. Eamon Coogan, and Lt. Donald Lough, Jr. — Syracuse Fire Dept (@syracuseFD) May 4, 2021 RELATED: LSU picks William F. Tate IV as president, first Black man to lead the school system  The 36-year-old is excited about her new role, but understands the […]

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