Bedford County Names Robert “Bobby” Drake Deputy Chief of Operations
Bedford County has named Robert “Bobby” Drake as the new Deputy Chief of Operations for its Department of Fire & Rescue.
Roanoke Lynchburg, VA, October 23, 2026 —
Bedford County has named Robert “Bobby” Drake as the new Deputy Chief of Operations for its Department of Fire & Rescue, according to the information provided about the appointment.
The announcement identifies Drake by name and gives his new title and department. It does not provide a date for the appointment or further details about his responsibilities in the role. The information also does not describe Drake’s prior position, professional background, or the circumstances surrounding the selection.
No additional details were provided about the department’s operations, the appointment process, or any changes associated with the leadership move. The information does not include a statement from Drake, county officials, or the department. It also does not specify whether the appointment took effect immediately or on a later date.
The reported change is limited to the naming of a new Deputy Chief of Operations. The county is identified as Bedford County, and the department is identified as its Department of Fire & Rescue; no further location details were provided. The available information does not describe the department’s staffing, services, or organizational structure, and no additional conclusions about those matters can be drawn from the announcement.
Further information about the appointment, including its timing and Drake’s responsibilities, was not included in the provided summary.
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