The chief of West Metro Fire Rescue is resigning today for personal reasons.
Chief Douglas McBee was chief at West Metro for about eight years, said West Metro spokeswoman Michelle French.
She did not disclose the reason he is stepping down but said the department is issuing a press release on the matter later today.
Deputy Chief Don Lombardi will be sworn in tonight as interim chief. The West Metro board will decide whether to launch a national search for a permanent chief or whether to hire from within.
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