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.
Firefighter Jeffrey Fiala had been with the department for a year and a half when he was killed during an apartment fire
A Thomasville firefighter was killed and another injured when their fire engine went off the road and overturned
Worcester Firefighter Mark Stomski was injured on the job when a fire truck’s brakes failed
Cal Fire Captain Ryan Mitchell died at the Pine Valley Bridge shortly after his shift ended
David Carr was involved in the ground operations for a fire at a renewable energy plant and was on the scene until the department was released
Patrick Wolterman’s death was the first of a Hamilton firefighter in the line of duty since 1971
Ryan Grimaldi was voted Hillsboro Firefighter of the Year in 2015 because of his diligence, hard work and positive attitude
Prosecutors say Lester Parker solicited his nephew to set the fire that resulted in the death of firefighter Patrick Wolterman
Gov. Brian Sandoval joined state transportation officials at the dedication honoring Will Hawkins and Jacob O’Malley along State Route 140
Proposition 6 would provide tax breaks for spouses of responders killed in the line of duty, but it only applies if they are not remarried
Bascom Fire Department cadet Austin Rainey, 19, was killed in a house fire, along with four victims who are believed to be his family members
A memorial for “Chief Bruno” will be held Nov. 4; Hawaiian shirts are welcomed in honor of his signature style
The son of Honululu Fire Department firefighter Cliff Rigsbee said training officials did not evaluate the risk of the exercise that killed him
Joe Collins, 72, died in his home after a fire that officials believe was caused by an electrical failure
Edward Frenenski, 31, was participating in a vehicular extraction drill when he collapsed
William VanGilder was aboard a fire truck that lost control, ran off the roadway into a field and then rolled over, causing him to be ejected
Thomas O’Brien died on Oct. 28, 1935, after he returned to Engine Company 3 following a fire a day earlier at a paint store in Manhattan
James Hargrave of Walsh fire station died Tuesday night while battling a blaze that forced several communities to evacuate
Ronald Hinkle was found unresponsive in his home after responding to the crash
Garrett Paiz was on his way to refill a large water tanker being used to battle the wildfires when his tanker plunged 20 feet into a ravine
Steven Terry was a firefighter-paramedic for almost 25 years, as well as a 20-year veteran of the Army National Guard
Chief Brunacini had one mission: to make the fire service a safer, more effective and efficient operation
“Chief Bruno” leaves a legacy of improving customer service and enacting change in the fire service
Several fire departments expressed their condolences after the loss of Presho Volunteer Fire Department Chief Donald Manger
Alan Brunacini held every sworn position in the Phoenix Fire Department and was the pioneer of NFPA 1500
FDNY firefighters make up most of the 118 new names etched onto to the New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial
Jason Keith Hensley, 40, was wearing reflective gear while clearing debris associated with Tropical Storm Nate
Watch footage of weekend’s memorial events at Mount St. Mary’s University
Richard Sheltra, 20, died of smoke inhalation while batting a shopping mall fire
Fire Chief Tom Mesler and his wife went to NYC for the 16th annual memorial service, courtesy of HRN Restoration & Construction
Tyler Fire Department Captain Marty Lawrence and his wife were in Arkansas when the crash occurred
Louis J. Amabili, who gained national recognition with the landmark report “America Burning,” died following an illness
Capt. Eric Balliet, a 19-year veteran, was leading a crew through a rigorous training maneuver when he was transported to the hospital
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