Captain Howard Orr: A Life of Fire, Rescue, and Resolve

In this episode, we spotlight Santa Barbara County Fire Captain Howard “Howie” Orr—a decorated firefighter, paramedic, and arson investigator. From his deployment to Ground Zero after 9/11 to working alongside his arson-detection K9, Riley, Captain Orr’s career spans over three decades of service and heroism. Hear how he overcame a serious electrocution injury, helped train the next generation of first responders, and played a key role in bringing arsonists to justice. A story of resilience, leadership, and unwavering dedication to public safety. It was truly an honor to meet with Howard. Listen, like and share.