Nevada appoints new state fire marshal with decades of fire service experience.
The Nevada State Police has appointed Eugene Zahara as Nevada State Fire Marshal, effective July 20.
In accordance with Nevada Law, Zahara was appointed following the statutory selection process, which included a competitive recruitment and a review process of applicants by the Nevada Board of Fire Services.
Zahara brings more than 33 years of fire service and executive leadership experience to the Nevada State Police. Throughout his career, he has served in Wyoming and California in fire suppression, emergency medical services, fire prevention, fire investigations, code enforcement, emergency management, and executive leadership. Most recently, Zahara served as Fire Chief in Wyoming.
"Chief Zahara's extensive experience in fire service leadership, emergency management, and public safety will be an asset to Nevada," said George Togliatti, Director of the Nevada State Police. "His commitment to protecting lives, strengthening partnerships, and supporting Nevada's fire service community will help advance the important mission of the Office of the State Fire Marshal."
As Nevada State Fire Marshal, Zahara will oversee statewide fire prevention, code enforcement, fire investigation, public education, and fire service support programs while working alongside local fire agencies, emergency responders, and public safety partners to help protect Nevada's communities.
