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Houston Fire Department Makes Historic Appointment: Assistant Chief Marion Spann Shatters Barriers as First Black Woman Fire Marshal
In a historic stride forward, the Houston Fire Department (HFD) has proudly named Assistant Chief Marion Spann as the city’s first Black female Fire Marshal—a groundbreaking achievement reflecting Houston's commitment to diversity and excellence. Appointed by Fire Chief Thomas Muñoz, Spann brings nearly three decades of dedicated service, expertise, and resilience to this critical role, overseeing the Arson Bureau and Life Safety Bureau.
