The U.S. Fire Administration has announced the official on-duty death of Fire Chief David M. Flint, 49, of the Franklin Township Volunteer Fire Department on February 2, 2012.
While returning to the fire department, Fire Chief Flint passed away from injuries he suffered in a motor vehicle crash when another vehicle coming from the opposite direction crossed over the center line. Assistant Fire Chief Sharon Petri, a passenger who was riding with Flint at the time of the accident, was injured and remains hospitalized. Investigation into the incident continues by local and state authorities.
Funeral Arrangements:
Pending
To date, 10 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2012. Year-to-date monthly and annual USFA firefighter fatality reports are posted online @ http://www.usfa.fema.gov/
Franklin Twp. Firefighters Mourn Loss of Their Chief
(The usual disclaimers: I am not a journalist; This is a blog that expresses an outlook and is not conclusive in any shape or manner.)
