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February 9, 2003 |
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While in service with the
Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton Volunteer Fire Department, during the early
hours of Saturday morning February 8th, 2003, Firefighter-Technician
Jon B. Covey of Truck Company 3, Platoon #3 was seriously burned on
his face and both hands while on the scene of a multiple alarm
structure fire in Dale City, Virginia. Jon was assisting in the
evacuation of residents from a heavily involved retirement community
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| Jon was transported to Med-Star
via helicopter and later transferred to the Burn Unit of the
Washington Hospital Center under the care of Dr. Jordan, the burn unit
director. At this time, it is anticipated that his stay will last
approx. seven days. Jon is located in wing “3E” and is accepting
limited phone calls and visitors at this time. On behalf of Jon,
the officers and members of Engine Company 16 & Truck Company 3
along with the members of the O.W.L.V.F.D. would like extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to
all of those that have already offered support and “Get Well” wishes to
Jon and his family. It is greatly appreciated! Jon’s return to full
duty will take a long and arduous road and will require the help and
support of his family, friends and co-workers during the extended period
of treatment and therapy. To this end, a request has been made that
any members of the D.C.F.D. that can work “Day Off Trades” for Jon, please
contact the Office of the 6th Battalion Fire Chief to schedule
same and help continue one of the greatest traditions of the District of
Columbia Fire Department, helping a fellow Firefighter. |
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