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Monday, July 11, 2016

Firefighter Dies After Falling Out of Helicopter During Training Exercise in Delaware

A firefighter died from his injuries after he fell during a training exercise in Delaware.

The unidentified member of the Lewes Fire Department was inside a helicopter during a training drill with Delaware State Police above Nanticoke Avenue in Millsboro, Delaware Monday when he somehow fell out of the helicopter. The firefighter was taken to the hospital where he died from his injuries.


Officials continue to investigate the incident. The Lewes Fire Department also released a statement on the firefighter's death on Facebook.

"It is with deep, deep regret that the Officers and Members of the Lewes Fire Department announce the passing of one of our own earlier today," a spokesperson wrote. "Further details on remembrance services are to follow."

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