PANAMA CITY, FL — February 3rd — At a recent department function, the Panama City Fire Department honored two firefighters for their years of service and dedication to the community. John Bradt, a retired firefighter, was honored for his 25 years of service, which represented a lifelong dedication to public safety and emergency response. Throughout his tenure with the agency, Bradt contributed to firefighting, rescue, and community engagement operations. Firefighter Ricardo Hamilton was also acknowledged for his five years of service. Department leaders cited his ongoing dedication, teamwork, and emphasis on training as critical to everyday operations.