USFA LODD: California Firefighter On-Duty Death Notification 07.26.2018

Fire Inspector Jeremy Stoke, 37, was killed when he was battling the Carr Fire in Northern California's Shasta County. The nature and cause of fatal injury are still to be reported.  

Our condolences to the Stokes Family & Friends, Redding Fire Department, and to all affected by Fire Inspector Jeremy Stoke's passing. 

To date, 57 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2018. 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.) 

USFA LODD: California Firefighter On-Duty Death Notification 07.29.2018

On July 29, 2018 Captain Brian Hughes, 33, and his crew were engaged in tactical fire operations on the east side of the Ferguson Fire in Mariposa County, California, when he was struck by a tree. Captain Hughes was treated on scene, but passed away from the injuries he sustained before he could be transported to a hospital.  

Our condolences to the Hughs Family & Friends, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, and to all affected by Captain Brian Hughes' passing. 

To date, 56 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2018. 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.) 

USFA LODD: Maryland Firefighter On-Duty Death Notification 07.23.2018

On July 23, 2018 at approximately 0200hrs, Firefighter Nathan Flynn responded with Howard County Fire and Rescue crews to a residential fire that began after a reported possible lightning strike. When crews arrived, heavy smoke was visible and firefighters began an interior attack on the home. While inside, Firefighter Flynn fell through the floor and a Mayday was called. Firefighter Nathan Flynn  was quickly removed by the Rapid Intervention Team and taken to Howard County General Hospital where he passed away as a result of his injuries.  

Our condolences to the Flynn Family & Friends, Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services, and to all affected by Firefighter Nathan Flynn's passing. 

To date, 55 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2018. 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.) 

USFA LODD: New York Firefighter On-Duty Death Notification 07.14.2018

On June 14, 2018 while driving to an EMS training class, Firefighter Zachary J. Fazekas, 19, was involved in a single vehicle accident and ejected from his motorcycle. Firefighter Fazekas was pronounced dead at the scene from the injuries he sustained in the accident.  

Our condolences to the Fazekas Family & Friends, New Hyde Park Fire Department, and to all affected by Firefighter Zachary J. Fazekas’ passing. 

To date, 54 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2018. 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.) 

USFA LODD: California Firefighter On-Duty Death Notification 07.14.2018

Firefighter/Equipment Operator Braden Varney, 36, was assigned to the Madera-Mariposa CAL FIRE unit, which has been fighting the 130-acre Ferguson Fire in the Sierra National Forest. On 07/14/2018, Firefighter/Equipment Operator Varney was working on a ridge to create a fire break. The bulldozer Varney was operating overturned and rolled down the ridge causing Varney to suffer fatal injuries. The wreckage was spotted by airplane on 07/15/2018 and crews reached the site and removed Varney's body on 07/16/2018. 
  
The accident is being investigated by Cal/OSHA.
Incident Location: Mariposa County, in the Sierra National Forest and near the west end of Yosemite National Park. 

Our condolences to the Varney Family & Friends, CAL FIRE, and to all affected by Firefighter/Equipment Operator Braden Varney’s passing. 

To date, 53 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2018. 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.) 

USFA LODD: New York Firefighter On-Duty Death Notification 07.04.2018

While riding as a passenger in a brush truck, at a parade in a nearby town, Lieutenant Michael F. Cherubini became ill.  His wife, who is also a member of the department and was the driver of the brush truck, immediately drove home.  Lieutenant Cherubini was helped inside of his house by his wife and collapsed soon after.  The nature and cause of the medical emergency has yet to be determined.

Our condolences to the Cherubini Family & Friends, Hague Volunteer Fire Department, and to all affected by Lieutenant Michael F. Cherubini’s passing. 

To date, 52 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2018. 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.) 

USFA LODD: Wisconsin Firefighter On-Duty Death Notification 07.10.2018

On July 10, 2018 Captain Cory Barr, 34, responded with crews to a report of a natural gas leak after a contractor struck a natural gas main in downtown Sun Prairie, Wisconsin. After the firefighters, along with law enforcement, arrived on scene to investigate the source of the leak and evacuate the area, there was an explosion that leveled multiple buildings. Captain Barr suffered injuries after being knocked down under a rubble pile as a result of the explosion and was transported by Sun Prairie EMS to UW Madison where he later passed away. A second firefighter was also injured in the explosion and is in critical, but stable, condition. A third firefighter with a minor injury was also admitted to a hospital. Three additional firefighters, one police officer, and seven civilians also suffered minor injuries.

Our condolences to the Barr Family & Friends, Sun Prairie Volunteer Fire Department, and to all affected by Captain Cory Barr’s passing.    

To date, 51 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2018. 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.) 

USFA LODD: North Carolina Firefighter On-Duty Death Notification 07.04.2018

On July 4, 2018 while responding to a reported traffic incident, Firefighter Michael Goodnight, 55, was involved in a two motor vehicle accident and was pronounced dead at the scene. Two other adult civilians in the second vehicle involved in the accident had to be extricated from their vehicle and were airlifted to a hospital. The North Carolina State Highway Patrol continues to investigate the accident.

Our condolences to the Goodnight Family & Friends, West Liberty Fire Department, and to all affected by Firefighter Michael Goodnight’s passing.    

To date, 50 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2018. 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.)