
Juana Zarza Uribe
Juana Zarza Uribe is a pioneering firefighter with 28 years of service in the Heroico Cuerpo de Bomberos de la Ciudad de México. At 62 years old, she is the longest-serving female member of the fire brigade, having witnessed significant changes in a profession that initially limited women to administrative roles. Juana joined the fire department in 1985, motivated by the need to support her family after her father's passing. She broke barriers by transitioning from a radio operator to actively combating fires and handling emergencies in the field. Juana's journey has inspired future generations of female firefighters, and she continues to advocate for women's roles in the firefighting profession, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and resilience in the face of devastating emergencies.
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Juana Zarza Uribe has been a member of the Heroico Cuerpo de Bomberos de la Ciudad de México for 28 years, transitioning from answering phones to fighting fires.
Bomberas, con la vocación de ayudar; de contestar teléfonos a combatir incendios