By MES Dispatch staff
The Briefing
• New Jersey and Delaware fire officials held a memorial service honoring a volunteer firefighter who drowned in the Delaware River during a training exercise.
• Firefighter Matthew “Matt” Brady of Logan Township, N.J., died Jan. 17 after he was caught in a strong current while conducting water training near Burlington, N.J.
• Dozens of firefighters from multiple departments attended services in both states to pay tribute to Brady’s service.
• Colleagues described Brady as dedicated and admired by peers.
LOGAN TOWNSHIP, NJ — Fire departments across New Jersey and Delaware gathered this week to honor the life and service of volunteer firefighter Matthew “Matt” Brady, who drowned Jan. 17 during a water rescue training exercise on the Delaware River, officials and attendees said.
Brady, a member of the Logan Township Fire District, was participating in a training session near Burlington, N.J., when he became trapped by a strong current and submerged, according to fire department statements.
Dozens of firefighters, family members and local officials attended memorial events in New Jersey and Delaware, where colleagues described Brady as a respected and dedicated first responder.
Speakers at the services praised Brady’s commitment to service and cited his willingness to mentor and support other firefighters throughout his career.
The New Jersey State Firemen’s Association and local departments offered support to Brady’s family, and continue to emphasize safe training practices during water operations.