fire chief

noun

1. the officer in charge of a municipality's fire department or departments.

Word History and Origins

Origin of fire chief¹

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

“All the conditions were perfect for a fire of this magnitude,” the retired fire chief said.

From Los Angeles Times

Ventura County fire chief Dustin Gardner said on Wednesday that the fire was moving "dangerously fast" and destroying everything in its path.

From BBC

One person - a volunteer fire chief - was killed in the 13 July shooting, which also left two bystanders seriously wounded and Trump shot in the ear.

From BBC

Days later, his fire chief’s jacket was taken to the Republican convention in Milwaukee and placed on stage as Trump made his acceptance speech for the nomination.

From BBC

Forest Service policy that prohibits contractors from providing flight supervision over federal lands, according to Southern California fire chiefs.

From Los Angeles Times