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USFA On-Duty Death: Pennsylvania

Assistant chief suffered complications from surgery related to a brush fire injury.

Posted byData Not DramaAugust 28, 2025August 28, 2025Posted inLine of Duty DeathsTags:Line of Duty Deaths, United States Fire AdministrationLeave a comment on USFA On-Duty Death: Pennsylvania

‘Everyone Goes Home,’ Except Some Applicants and Recruits

Applicant and recruit deaths constantly point to the majority of our LODDs and our training shortcomings.

Posted byData Not DramaAugust 23, 2025Posted inHealth & Wellness, TrainingTags:Bill Carey, Health & Wellness, TrainingLeave a comment on ‘Everyone Goes Home,’ Except Some Applicants and Recruits

USFA On-Duty Death: New Hampshire

The captain called for an ambulance the day after training.

Posted byData Not DramaAugust 22, 2025Posted inLine of Duty DeathsTags:Line of Duty Deaths, United States Fire AdministrationLeave a comment on USFA On-Duty Death: New Hampshire

USFA On-Duty Death: Pennsylvania

The fire police captain died due to complications from a fall injury.

Posted byData Not DramaAugust 20, 2025Posted inLine of Duty DeathsTags:Line of Duty Deaths, United States Fire AdministrationLeave a comment on USFA On-Duty Death: Pennsylvania

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