Col. John Farnam, right, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar commanding officer, makes a speech commending the Miramar Fire Department during 2015 Scripps Ranch Civic Association Recognition Night at Scripps Ranch Library in San Diego, March 2. Firefighters with the Miramar Fire Department were recognized for their outstanding service to the community at the event. - Col. John Farnam, right, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar commanding officer, makes a speech commending the Miramar Fire Department during 2015 Scripps Ranch Civic Association Recognition Night at Scripps Ranch Library in San Diego, March 2. Firefighters with the Miramar Fire Department were recognized for their outstanding service to the community at the event.