BREAKING: A dedicated FDNY firefighter tragically lost his life while responding to a fire in Brooklyn on October 14, 2023. Firefighter Patrick D. Brady, an 11-year veteran of the department, suffered a medical emergency while working on the roof at 9407 Kings Highway near Brownsville, leading to cardiac arrest.
This devastating incident unfolded as Brady and his colleagues were engaged in an “all-hands fire” response. Despite immediate assistance from fellow firefighters, he was rushed to Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.
Mayor Eric Adams expressed profound sorrow, stating, “Firefighter Patrick Brady gave his life protecting the city we all love; there is no sacrifice that is more selfless than the actions that took place this evening.” He extended his heartfelt condolences to Brady’s wife, Kara, and family during this agonizing time.
The FDNY is reeling from the shock of losing one of its own. Commissioner Robert S. Tucker conveyed the department’s heartbreak, recognizing Brady as the 1,163rd member to die in the line of duty. This tragedy follows the recent loss of Paramedic Salih Abdur Rahman, who passed away on October 29 after completing his shift.
Brady, who joined the FDNY in 2014, came from a family deeply rooted in firefighting; both his brothers, Jimmy and Brian, as well as cousins and uncles, also serve in the department. Mayor Adams highlighted this legacy, stating, “Firefighter Brady came from a family of firefighters — all dedicated to protecting the lives of their fellow New Yorkers.”
As the FDNY mourns this profound loss, the community is reminded of the risks firefighters face daily while serving to protect others. The department encourages the public to honor Brady’s memory and the sacrifices made by all first responders.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
