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.)