Columbus firefighters promote Allman

Lt. Josh Allman
Lt. Josh Allman

The Columbus Fire Department has announced the promotion of firefighter Josh Allman to the rank of lieutenant.

Allman is a 15-year veteran of the Department. Allman  has certifications as an emergency medical technician, vehicle and machinery rescue technician, hazardous materials technician, rope rescue technician and swift water rescue technician.

Capt. Mike Wilson says that the promotion fills a lieutenant vacancy created after the retirement of Lt. Tony Shipley. Shipley, a paramedic firefighter, retired in August after serving 31 years with the department.