Ronnie Burgess serves as the Fire Chief of Industrial Rescue Fire Department in both Louisiana and Texas, with over 27 years of experience in emergency response. Mr. Burgess began his career at Dixie Chemical retiring after a distinguished 22-year tenure as a Shift Supervisor and Assistant Fire Chief. As a member of Channel Industrial Mutual Aid (CIMA), he has responded to a wide range of emergencies in La Porte, Texas and the surrounding areas.

Mr. Burgess has been affiliated with Industrial Rescue for over 19 years, serving as a lead instructor and a Firefighter/EMT. His expertise includes teaching fire, technical rescue, confined space rescue, hazmat, and medical response. As a member of Southeast Texas Regional Team, he has responded to industrial fires globally, conducted technical rescues, and participated in hurricane response search and rescue operations.

He previously served as Battalion Chief for Energy Transfer in Mont Belvieu, TX where he was also involved in the Mont Belvieu Area Mutual Aid and Sabine Neches Chiefs Association.
Mr. Burgess has been married for over 21 years and has three sons and one granddaughter. He enjoys hunting, fishing and spending time with his family and friends.