The Firefighter who died in the Line of Duty died while fighting a dwelling fire in North Haven early Monday morning has been identified. Firefighter Matthias Wirtz, 46, was a 22-year veteran of the North Haven Fire Department. Arriving firefighters had heavy smoke coming from rear of the home. Firefighters went into the home to fight the fire and during the fire attack, a “mayday” was issued for a Firefighter down. FF Wirtz was located outside the structure and emergency crews began medical care immediately. He was taken to the hospital where he was unforunately pronounced. Our condolences to all those afected. Rest in Peace.
