R.B. Thomas, Jr, the Disgraced former Charleston Fire chief Appears On Local News singing a song.

R.B. Thomas, Jr, the former Charleston chief at the center of a report concluding Charleston was led poorly and had antiquated tactics appeared on the news singing a song. Local media had a laugh over it but firefighters, family members of the Charleston 9 and fire chiefs were upset over the appearance.

Back on June 18, 2007, Thomas was in command of the sofa super store fire in which nine brave Charleston firefighters died. An expert panel brought in after public pressure found the department lacking in as many categories as they could find. Forced out, Thomas has kept a fairly low profile up until now.

Emotions run high among family members and firefighters when Thomas is mentioned. From some advocating future legal action to others who shake their head in disgust the reactions are always in the extreme. Thomas has his share of supporters including a few in the media who are well known to be supportive. Remember who they are and adjust your viewing habits if you desire.

Firefighters must focus on the future. In order to correct a legacy of errors firefighters will have to continue to improve. From training to responses Charleston firefighters are far ahead of what they once were. That is a huge moral victory to go from poor leadership to excelling in areas of concern over a short period of time. Further, while Thomas may have to answer for the past he is no longer a Charleston firefighter. His opinions, thoughts and ideas are no more valid than a person scalping tickets to a basketball game.
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