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Thursday, July 26, 2012

CalFire press release re: injured firefighter


Injured Firefighter Listed in Stable Condition
 
Firefighter Nathan Fyock, who was struck by a civilian motorist last night while engaged in firefighting operations, underwent surgery overnight after he suffered major injuries from the accident. Fyock continues to receive treatment at Memorial Medical Center in Modesto and this morning is in good spirits.
 
 
Fyock, 39, has been a seasonal firefighter with CAL FIRE for five years assigned to CAL FIRE’s Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit.

An investigation into the accident and subsequent injury is being conducted by the California Highway Patrol. CAL FIRE has also activated a Serious Accident Review Team (SART) as part of standard departmental procedures for injuries and vehicle damage of this nature.