Episode 2

Episode 2: The Origins of Henrico's HIT and the VA Regional Teams

Published on: 25th January, 2021

In this episode, we talk with R. C. Dawson, retired Deputy Fire Chief from the Henrico Division of Fire. Chief Dawson (then Captain) started what would become the Henrico Hazardous Incident Team (HIT), and shares the history of how the team was developed and how the Virginia's Regional Haz Mat Team concept was born.

He also talks about one of the most significant hazardous materials incidents in central Virginia that occured in 1982.

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Music: "Tired traveler on the way to go home", Andrew Codeman via Freemusicarchive.com

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The Firehouse Logbook Podcast
The culture, traditions, legacies, and legends of the fire and EMS services
A retrospective look at the culture, traditions, legacies, and legends of the fire service. Where we came from, how we got here, and the people who led the way.

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Robby Dawson

Retired Assistant Fire Chief and amateur podcaster to document and share the culture, history, legends, and legacies of the greatest job in the world.