ORFORD, N.H. — Firefighter Charles Waterbury suffered a medical emergency while fighting a brush fire Sunday.
Waterbury, 56, was pronounced dead at the hospital. An autopsy is scheduled for Monday.
Waterbury served at the Orford Fire Department for about 10 years, reported WMUR.
“Charles Waterbury courageously rushed to fight a brush fire in Lyme to protect his fellow citizens, and in doing so, was tragically taken from us far too soon,” wrote Gov. Maggie Hassan in a statement. “Through his service in the Orford Fire Department and the New Hampshire National Guard, Charles dedicated his life to keeping others safe, and his heroic commitment to public service has strengthened our state and our nation.”
Flags will be set at half-staff in honor of Waterbury from Monday to Wednesday.
Funeral services have been set for Wednesday.