Connecticut Volunteer Firefighter Killed by Fire Truck Fragment at House Fire

Raymond “Ray” Moreau, a 60-year-old volunteer firefighter and 35-year veteran of the Plainville Fire Department in Connecticut, died after being struck by a piece of fire apparatus while responding to a house fire on Maria Road. The fragment from the fire truck caused catastrophic injuries to Moreau's leg, and despite being rushed to the hospital, he died during surgery. Moreau, also a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and devoted husband, was honored as a hero who dedicated tens of thousands of hours to his community. Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont ordered flags to be flown at half-staff statewide in his memory, recognizing the extraordinary risks firefighters face. Officials emphasized Moreau's selfless service and the tragic loss felt by his town, family, and fellow emergency responders. An investigation into the incident is ongoing with multiple agencies involved.