On October 31, 2016 at 1545hrs, Firefighter Adam Long, 44, suffered a massive cardiac arrest while on duty. Fellow responders treated Firefighter Long and transported him to the hospital, but despite all efforts, Firefighter Long passed away.
Our condolences to the Long Family & Friends, the Defense Supply Center Columbus Fire and Emergency Services, and to all affected by Firefighter Adam Long's passing.
To date, 73 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2016. 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.)
