Thomas A. Duane , July 16th, 1927
On Saturday, July 16, 1927 at 12:23 AM, an alarm was sounded on Box 751, 30th and Market Streets, for a fire located in the footwalk of a bridge at 30th and Market.
While operating at this fire, Lieutenant Thomas A. Duane of Engine 5 accidentally struck a high-tension wire of about 20,000 volts. He sustained burns on his entire body and was taken to Presbyterian Hospital where he died a short time later.
Career History
Appointed Hoseman Engine 11 June 13, 1913
Transferred Hoseman Engine 22 June 20, 1913
Transferred Ladderman Truck 11 August 1, 1915
Transferred Hoseman Engine 47 January 16, 1926
Promoted Lieutenant Engine 5 October 1, 1926