Greg Simmons, a volunteer firefighter from Eastland, died last week by what autopsy examiners described as “an accidental blow to his upper torso.” For the time being, Texas Department of Public Safety officials don’t know if Simmons died in a truck crash or if he was fatally injured getting out of the vehicle. Commenting on the investigation, the Eastland Justice of the Peace also explained that Simmons was also overcome by smoke before falling into the ditch where his body was ultimately found.
Despite advances in technology, fighting fires remains a dangerous and sometimes fatal profession. If you or a loved one is a firefighter, you should be aware of the risks that you face in the line of duty. What if you’re injured? What kind of injuries are you most likely to sustain? What if you’re killed? These questions are important and the law often provides valuable instruction as to the possible answers.
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