20-08-2018 23:30 via deseretnews.com

Utah firefighter died after fire retardant drop, report says

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Draper Fire Battalion Chief Matthew Burchett died last week from falling tree debris after thousands of gallons of retardant were dropped on the area where he was helping battle California's largest-ever wildfire, according to a preliminary report from investigators.The summary report by California fire officials says Burchett was struck by debris on Aug. 13 at the Mendocino Complex Fire. Three other firefighters had minor injuries.Funeral services for Burchett, 42, we
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