ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. – The Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District (TDFPD) has announced the appointment of Assistant Chief, Fire Marshal Bryce Cranch, to the position of interim fire c, effective immediately. The appointment was approved by the Fire District Board of Trustees, unanimously, 5–0, during a special board meeting held on February 19, 2026.
Cranch’s deep history with TDFPD began in 2004, where he spent more than two decades working through the ranks as a firefighter-paramedic, engineer, captain, and battalion chief before his promotion to assistant chief in September 2020. This extensive field experience is supported by a strong academic foundation, as he holds degrees in both Fire Science Technology and Business Administration.
A full-time resident of the district since 2011, Cranch is deeply rooted in the community he serves and possesses firsthand knowledge of the unique local challenges and the remarkable area residents call home. Alongside his wife, Amy, Chief Cranch raised their family within the district, watching their children grow through Zephyr Cove Elementary School and George Whittell High School. Their daughter is a graduate of George Whittell High School, and their son is currently a junior.
“On behalf of the Board of Trustees, we are pleased to announce the appointment of Assistant Chief Bryce Cranch as our Interim Fire Chief,” said the Board. “As a long-time resident and veteran of this District, Chief Cranch embodies the heart of our community. He brings more than technical expertise to the role — he brings a deep, personal commitment to the safety of his neighbors and a proven record of collaborative leadership. The Board looks forward to working closely with him to ensure the continued safety and well-being of our community.”
Cranch’s appointment ensures continuity of leadership and a continued focus on service, safety, and community partnership within the Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District.