USFA LODD: Massachusetts Firefighter On-Duty Death Notification 05.14.2018

On May 13, 2018, Firefighter Thomas Albert Cannon, 63, went into cardiac arrest at the beginning of his shift while performing truck and equipment checks in the firehouse. Firefighter Cannon was treated by fellow responders then rushed to the hospital where he passed away the following day.

Our condolences to the Cannon Family & Friends, Attleboro Fire Department, and to all affected by Firefighter Thomas Albert Cannon's passing.       

To date, 38 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.)