Lieutenant Gregory Parkard, 54, on February 16, 2013 at 2320hrs, while battling a blaze at a Knights of Columbus Hall, was notified by radio of a trapped firefighter inside the structure, low on air. Lieutenant Parkard, accompanied by two other firefighters, entered the building to rescue Lieutenant Wallace. During the rescue, the roof collapsed. Lieutenant Wallace died at the scene and Lieutenant Parkard was rushed to the hospital where he later passed away from his injuries. Both firefighters died from burns sustained in the collapse. The two other firefighters involved are in stable but serious condition. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Our condolences to the Parkard Family & Friends, the Bryan Fire Department, and to all affected by Lieutenant Gregory Parkard's passing.
To date, 4 firefighter fatalities has been reported to USFA in 2013. Year-to-date monthly and annual USFA firefighter fatality reports are posted online at U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) Fatality Notices page.
Lieutenant Eric Wallace, 36, on February 16, 2013 at 2320hrs, while battling a blaze at a Knights of Columbus Hall, became trapped inside the structure. He notified others on the scene by radio, stating he was low on air. Lieutenant Parkard, accompanied by two other firefighters, entered the building to rescue Lieutenant Wallace. During the rescue, the roof collapsed. Lieutenant Wallace died at the scene and Lieutenant Parkard was rushed to the hospital where he later passed away from his injuries. Both firefighters died from burns sustained in the collapse. The two other firefighters involved are in stable but serious condition. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Our condolences to the Wallace Family & Friends, the Bryan Fire Department, and to all affected by Lieutenant Eric Wallace's passing.
To date, 3 firefighter fatalities has been reported to USFA in 2013. 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.)
