Bedford County Department of Fire & Rescue Chief Jason Ferguson has announced the addition of Robert “Bobby” Drake as the department’s new deputy chief of operations.
“I am very happy to welcome Chief Drake to the team and look forward to the value he will add to our organization,” Ferguson said.
Drake brings more than 25 years of fire service experience to Bedford County. He began his career as a volunteer before transitioning to a career position with Hanover County’s Fire and EMS system. Throughout his tenure, he advanced through the ranks, most recently serving as an operational battalion chief, a position he has held since 2023…