Chelan County has hired Christina Pedersen as the new fire marshal, bringing with her over three decades of experience in the fire service. Pedersen, who is set to begin her new role on April 15, joins the county from the Yakima County Fire Marshal's Office, where she served for nine years and rose to the position of deputy fire marshal.
Pedersen's extensive background includes her certification as a fire inspector and her current role as a lieutenant with the West Valley Fire Department, where she began as a volunteer firefighter more than 30 years ago. Her appointment follows a rigorous interview process, during which she faced a panel of regional fire chiefs who unanimously supported her selection for the position.