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Slocum Volunteer Fire Department mourns death of Fire Safety Chief
Summary by Frisco News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Joseph Rowe , as published by FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) - News
· July 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points For more information, readers can refer to the original report from FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth. A Fire Safety Chief has passed away in East Texas.
A Fire Safety Chief has passed away in East Texas. Dan Hernandez was a member of the Slocum Volunteer Fire Department. He died after a medical emergency occurred while he was responding to a call.
The community is mourning the loss of Hernandez, who is described as a dedicated public servant. Further details about the incident and Hernandez's service are available from the source.
The Slocum Volunteer Fire Department is grieving the death of their Fire Safety Chief, and the community is coming together to honor his memory. For more information, readers can refer to the original report from FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) - News ·
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What is this story about? A Fire Safety Chief has passed away in East Texas. Dan Hernandez was a member of the Slocum Volunteer Fire Department. He died after a medical emergency occurred while he was responding to a call…
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