Orlando fire Chief Charlie Salazar has submitted his resignation after three years of service.

"This decision has not come easily," Salazar said in his letter of resignation. "Serving the City of Orlando and leading the Orlando Fire Department for the past three years has been one of the greatest honors of my life."

Salazar says he plans to move to Texas to be closer to his children and grandchildren.

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer has appointed Deputy Chief Jason Revoldt as the interim fire chief.

"I am confident that Chief Revoldt's 24 years of experience in the department will provide the foundation for strong leadership as we make this transition," Dyer said in a statement.

Both Dyer and Salazar have expressed their confidence in the future of the OFD and Revoldt.

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