Demetrius “Lucky” Claiborne recognized for 15 years of service

The Vicksburg Fire Department has recognized Demetrius “Lucky” Claiborne for 15 years of service.

Claiborne served on the ambulance and rescue truck and is currently serving as a Lieutenant.

Claiborne was featured in a Those Who Keep Us Safe segment and spoke on his career and how it isn’t as easy as how the public may perceive it.

Looking back, Claiborne said, “I didn’t fully realize exactly what went into this career. This is not an easy job like the public perceives it to be, and like I thought it would be myself. It’s equally physically and mentally draining.”

Claiborne said he realized just how taxing the job can be when he received his first DOA (dead on arrival) call.

“I learned early this was a serious, tough career choice, and it was not for the weak at heart.”