New Rochelle (NY) Fire Captain Dies from COVID-19 Complications

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The U.S. Fire Administration reported on the death of a fire captain with the New Rochelle (NY) Fire Department from coronavirus complications.

Fire Captain Andrew DiMaggio, 57, contracted COVID-19 during the course of his official duties at the firehouse. He passed away on May 3, 2020.

Captain DiMaggio had 31 years of service.

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