All,
A Texas Firefighter injured in the line of duty earlier this month died in the Line of Duty Sunday morning. Honey Grove (NE of Dallas) Volunteer Firefighter Evan Brown was in a crash on July 9 and had been in intensive care at Medical City Hospital in Plano, Texas. Firefighter Brown was responding to another crash call when he hit a cow on the road in his personal vehicle, which rolled, ejecting FF Brown and causing severe injuries.
FF Brown just graduated high school a couple of months ago, but he and everyone else already knew what he wanted to do for a living, become a Firefighter. FF Bryson Braley, who was riding with him, suffered less serious injuries. Memorial dates have not been announced as of yet.
OFF DUTY-FIREFIGHTER DROWNING:
A 14-year veteran of the Chicago FD lost his life Sunday after he was pulled underwater in Lake Michigan. FF Wilbert Hayes, 43, was swimming with his family at 31st Street Beach after his shift ended Sunday morning when he went underwater around 0730 hours.
FF Hayes’ wife said on Facebook that he was “an exceptional husband, father, big brother and friend. He was full of life and was passionate about his family & change in the community.” Red flags were reportedly flying at the beach Sunday morning, signaling that a swimming ban was in place. It is currently unknown if water conditions played a role in Hayes’ death.
Our condolences to all those affected by these losses. Rest In Peace.
Take Care. Be Careful. Pass It On.
BillyG
The Secret List 7/31/2023-1826 Hours
