All,
We want to share this video that was shared with us.
“HE LOVED BEING A FIREFIGHTER, HE LOVED THE JOB…HE SHOWED & REPRESENTED TO US ALL JUST HOW BRIGHT THE FUTURE OF THE FIRE SERVICE REALLY IS”
A sobering video from the best of the best-a Firefighter who unapologetically loves being a Firefighter. The video is of Irmo SC Firefighter James Michael Muller who tragically gave his life in the Line of Duty yesterday, doing what he loved.
WATCH THE VIDEO: (Video (95))
STATEMENT FROM FIRE CHIEF MIKE SONEFELD, IRMO FIRE DISTRICT:
It is with great sadness that Chief Mike Sonefeld and the officers and members of the Irmo Fire District announce the death of an on-duty firefighter due to a structural collapse during fire suppression efforts this afternoon. Fire protection services from multiple fire departments were performing interior suppression activities when this tragedy occurred. Irmo was assigned to this call as an automatic aid response.
Three members from the Irmo Fire District were transported to the hospital after the event, the other two firefighters have been released from the hospital this evening.
Firefighter James Michael Muller, 25, has been a member of the Irmo Fire District for seven years. He was a highly respected firefighter that had a love and passion for the job. Firefighter Muller will be greatly missed amongst his firefighting family. Chief Sonefeld and the fire district appreciate the outpouring of your thoughts and prayers during this tragic and difficult time.
Take Care. Be Careful. Pass It On.
BillyG
The Secret List 5/27/2023-1000 Hours