Indiana County firefighter honored for extinguishing fire at his workplace

INDIANA COUNTY, Pa. — An Indiana County firefighter was honored for his quick action during a house fire.

In a social media post, the Creekside Volunteer Fire Company recognized Jason Bazala, who found a fire on the porch of his workplace in Indiana.

The fire company says Bazala worked to extinguish the fire, saving the building and the people inside from harm.

Bazala is a 21-year life member of Creekside VFC, the post says. He is a “consistent top responder” and has served as lieutenant and captain of the company.

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