Three Baltimore firefighters were killed and a fourth was injured on Monday, when part of a vacant home collapsed while they were battling a blaze.
Baltimore City Fire Chief Niles Ford joins Two Way Talk to reflect on the fallen firefighters.
During the conversation, Chief Ford provides an update on EMT/Firefighter John McMaster and shares how officials are examining procedures to prevent future disasters.
A heartfelt moment for #BCFD. FF John McMaster was released from @shocktrauma FF McMaster is truly a #HERO. We will continue to pray for his health & strength as he recovers. pic.twitter.com/h3eOblTwsv
— Baltimore Fire (@BaltimoreFire) January 27, 2022
During the Stricker Street fire, FFPM Kelsey Sadler was acting in the Lieutenant position, the unit officer of Engine 14.
— Baltimore Firefighters IAFF Local 734 (@BCFDL734) January 27, 2022
By orders of @ChiefNilesRFord, Kelsey is posthumously promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. pic.twitter.com/BJ3qk9QwdL
The BCFD Foundation, Inc. is accepting donations for our #BCFD Fallen Fighters. All donations will provide financial support to the families of any BCFD FF or Paramedic who suffers a serious injury or death while still an active member of the dept. https://t.co/RMhMBHQHAX pic.twitter.com/wOhKzvdU7q
— Baltimore Fire (@BaltimoreFire) January 26, 2022