Line-of-Duty Death (LODD)
The FireRescue1 line-of-duty death page provides ongoing coverage and resources related to firefighter deaths that occur while on duty. The page compiles breaking news, incident updates and memorial coverage honoring firefighters who died during emergency response, training or other job-related duties, while helping the fire service stay informed and reflect on lessons that may help prevent future tragedies.
The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation supports the families of firefighters who die in the line of duty through resources, programs and remembrance efforts that honor fallen fire heroes and help their loved ones rebuild their lives. Learn more about how to support firefighter families through the NFFF.
Columbia County Fire Recruit Kalif Leslie Daly became ill during physical training and later died at a hospital
The course turns NIOSH findings from the Greene County explosion into tactics and policy updates for rapid reefer ID, construction/insulation risks, reefer-specific size-up and chief readiness
Washington County–Johnson City EMS is mourning the loss of veteran EMT Fred Kemp after a training accident
A grand jury found that there is not enough evidence to warrant charges against anyone at the New York State Fire Academy
Robert Swink was a “great firefighter and a dedicated member of our family,” said Greensboro Fire Chief Jim Robinson
Upper Saddle River Firefighter Alex Moss is the second Bergen County firefighter to pass away in a week
Juan Wilson was an 11-year veteran of the Baltimore City Fire Department, according to Baltimore Firefighters IAFF Local 734
A warning went out to Pacific Northwest agencies prior to the release of the report on Logan Taylor’s death, noting the dangers posed by live trees damaged by fire
Firefighter Kevin May served in the Westwood Volunteer Fire Department for 11 years and was the station’s Santa Claus each year
“The coordinated efforts to protect first responders, building engineers and others is vital,” Fire Chief Niles Ford said
Court documents state that Anthony Santi intervened when a gas station customer argued with a clerk over cigars
A Summerville Fire & Rescue Department spokesperson said the crewmember was transported to a hospital, where he passed away
At the scene of a prior wreck on I-76, Jacquelyn Walker swerved in her Jeep, which had faulty brakes, and struck three firefighters and a state trooper
William Klobus joined the department 11 years ago and may have been its oldest member
Thousands attended events to honor firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2021
“It was a beautiful ceremony, and we’re very proud to be here,” said widow Michelle Ruedy, expressing shared feelings
G. Wade Cannon’s cancer battle reportedly inspired other Flower Mound firefighters to get checked and two of them discovered early-stage colon cancer
Dalhart Volunteer Fire Department Chief Curtis Brown and Firefighter Brendan Torres were returning from a call
Acting Commissioner Laura Kavanagh said Russo “mentored many new EMTs and paramedics, cared deeply for the communities she served, and set an incredible example”
The Purdum Volunteer Fire Department’s Mike Moody suffered a medical emergency early at the Bovee Fire
306 active and retired FDNY members — including firefighters and EMS members — have died of 9/11-related illnesses
Tim Pfleger was injured in an accident while traveling from a fire academy in July
As news of Lt. Alison Russo-Elling’s death spread, people took to social media to express their condolences
Unprovoked killing of Lt. Alison Russo-Elling is a tragic reminder that first responders are putting their lives at risk for choosing to serve their community
Lt. Alison Russo-Elling (61) was stabbed multiple times, according to police
Porterville Capt. Ramon “Ray” Figueroa, 35, and Firefighter Patrick Jones, 25, both died at the scene of a 2020 library fire
William “Billy” Tucker is serving a life sentence in the death of Hamilton Firefighter Patrick Wolterman
Charles D. Krampota “was an outstanding firefighter and friend to so many,” said Alvin Volunteer Fire Department Chief Rex Klesel
They retraced the footsteps of Firefighter Stephen Siller on 9/11 and honored the lives lost in the war on terrorism
Gerardo Rincon of Oregon was the crew boss of a Type 2 crew battling the blaze
The event is expected to boast a larger-than-usual crowd this year
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