CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. — A Chesterfield firefighter who helped save lives during Hurricane Helene's devastating flooding has been honored with the Virginia National Guard Bronze Star Medal. James Bourdon, a firefighter with more than 20 years of experience, was part of the VAHART team deployed to southwest Virginia in September 2023. VAHART stands for Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Team, a partnership between Chesterfield Fire and EMS and the National Guard. Bourdon and 13 other VAHART members received a Bronze Star Medal for their mission. On the anniversary of Helene's landfall, Bourdon and some of the VAHART team revisited the area and were encouraged to see the community rebuilding.