On Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, Baltimore City Fire Department firefighters responded to a fire that broke out in a block of brick two-story homes. While inside one of the homes, 5 firefighters became overwhelmed by the smoke and heat. All 5 firefighters were rushed to the hospital. EMT/Firefighter Rodney Pitts, III died as a result of the injuries he sustained. One of the firefighters remains in the hospital in critical but stable condition. The other 3 firefighters have been treated and released. Investigation into the incident continues.
Age: 31
Sex: Male
Classification: Career
Years of service: 1
Date of incident: October 19, 2023
Date of death: October 19, 2023