On Thursday, October 1, 2020, Firefighter Edward “Gary” Minnick, 65 was responding to an oil leak at a gas station. While in the utility truck at the fire department, he suffered a medical emergency and paramedics immediately performed life saving measures. All resuscitation efforts were unsuccessful and he passed away from an apparent heart attack.
Our condolences to the Minnick Family & Friends, Colmar Volunteer Fire Company, and to all affected by Firefighter Edward “Gary” Minnick's passing.
To date, 71 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.
