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Conn. firefighter dies from heart attack

Waterbury Fire Department Lt. Bruce Bachinsky had served 12 years

By FireRescue1 Staff

WATERBURY, Conn. — Hours after responding to several emergencies, a Connecticut firefighter passed away.

Waterbury Fire Department Lt. Bruce Bachinsky, 47, died Tuesday from an apparent heart attack after he returned from the emergency responses.

Lt. Bachinsky had served as a firefighter for 12 years.