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Firefighter Daryl Gordon, 54, died after falling down an elevator shaft; he leaves behind a wife and two daughters
Residents of the building said the elevator was unreliable and many feared using it
Fire Chief Richard Braun says department policies and procedures will be reviewed to try to learn from the death
Firefighter Daryl Gordon, 54, is the first Cincinnati firefighter to die in the line of duty since 2003
He also expressed gratitude to everyone who supported him, through small gestures like walking his dog and sending a basket of treats
Portable radios have changed the fireground communication dynamic; knowing how and when to use them can be a lifesaver
“No matter how many times he gets knocked down, he’s there,” Mayor Philip Cimino said
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