In the State of Florida, three brave firefighters of Cuban origin, graduated ten years ago, have managed to stand out working in different counties.
These are Rodney Ramos, Leonardo Suárez and Alejandro Valdés, who currently serve in Miami-Dade, Charlotte and Pasco counties, respectively.
Alejandro Valdesis a Lieutenant in the Fire Department at Charlotte County Fire & EMS, a position he has achieved through his dedication and excellence in service.
Along with Rodney Ramos and Leonardo Suárez, he is part of a select group of three firefighters in Florida who previously served as Cuban Firefighters.
The young people emigrated to the United States, and had to overcome different stages in their lives before resuming their careers as firefighters, rescuers and paramedics.
Alejandro and Rodney have a common history as firefighters in the Havana Command 1on the other hand, Leonardo began his career in Matanzas Command 1 in Rescue and Rescue.
Leonardo Suárez has been interviewed on multiple occasions in Florida, due to his detailed knowledge of the place where the Supertanqueros disaster occurred in Matanzas, a fire in which 17 people lost their lives, including several firefighters, in August 2022.
The story of these three men is a testament to perseverance and dedication. Having been firefighters in Cuba and now serving as paramedic firefighters in Florida not only shows their professional ability, but also their adaptation and resilience in a new environment.
His career is a inspiring example for many Hispanics in the United States and a sign of the positive impact that immigrants can have on their adopted communities.
Alejandro, Rodney and Leonardo share a beautiful story of success and improvement. Their commitment and service both in Cuba and in the United States reflect the values of dedication and bravery that characterize firefighters around the world.
