On October 7, 2014 at 1830hrs., Firefighter Keven Bell, 48, died from his injuries sustained while operating at a residental structral fire. Several other firefighters were injuried in the incident, transported to the hospital and are expected to recover from their injuries. Investigation into the fatal fire continues by local and state and local authorites.
Our condolences to the Bell Family & Friends, the Hartford Fire Department, and to all affected by Firefighter Kevin Bell's passing.
To date, 66 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2014. Year-to-date monthly and annual USFA firefighter fatality reports are posted online at U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) Fatality Notices page.
(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.)
