TAMPA, Fla.—A local 11-year-old left his battle with cystic fibrosis behind when he stepped into the uniform of a Tampa firefighter.
Samuel Vilchis-Fajardo’s wish to be a freighter came true with the help of Make-A-Wish Southern Florida.
Samuel was sworn in and became the youngest member of the Tampa Fire Rescue Department.
After Samuel was sworn in, he joined his crewmates at a water rescue training that included putting out a fire.
Cystic Fibrosis is a progressive, genetic disease that limits Samuel’s ability to breathe.
►Make it easy to keep up-to-date with more stories like this. Download the 10 News app now.
Have a news tip? Email tips@wtsp.com, visit our Facebook page or Twitter feed.