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FIREFIGHTER CAPTAIN, 38, DIES IN THE LINE OF DUTY-LOST CONTACT AT WILDLAND FIRE IN CALIFORNIA

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We regret to advise you of the Line of Duty Death of a US Forest Service Firefighter who died in the Line of Duty yesterday while responding to the Frog Fire within the Modoc National Forest outside of Alturas, CA. The fallen is Fire Captain David "Dave" Ruhl of Rapid City, South Dakota.

Captain Ruhl was on temporary assignment to the Big Valley Ranger District of the Modoc National Forest in Adin, California, as an Assistant Fire Management Officer since June 14. Dave's permanent position is Engine Captain on the Mystic Ranger District of the Black Hills National Forest in Rapid City.

Dave, 38 years old, began his Forest Service career in 2001 as a seasonal forestry technician. Previously, he served in the U.S. Coast Guard and as a correctional officer with the state of South Dakota. He lived in Rapid City with his wife and two children.

A search and rescue began late Thursday evening when contact could not be made with Ruhl. The search continued throughout the night until he was found deceased and identified the next morning. Further details will follow pending a Forest Service investigation. Our condolences to all those affected. RIP

Take Care. Be Careful. Pass It On.

BillyG

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