While on duty, Fire Chief Richard “Rick” Todd, 58, responded to an EMS call where an individual had a known case of COVID-19. Fire Chief Todd subsequently contracted the virus and passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2020.
Our condolences to the Todd Family & Friends, Saltem Volunteer Fire Department, and to all affected by Fire Chief Richard “Rick” Todd's passing.
To date, 67 firefighter fatalities have been reported to USFA in 2020. 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.
