North Carolina FireFighter Recruit Dead from Medical “Medical Episode”

By: Dr. Jason Dean

Each day I keep asking, what is it going to take for people to wake up?

Are we really not questioning why a 36 year old just randomly dies?


The Greensboro Fire Department is grieving the loss of a firefighter recruit who died Wednesday morning, according to city officials.

Andrew Vaughn, 36, of McLeansville, passed away after suffering a medical episode during GFD’s pre-employment physical assessment.

The Greensboro Fire Chief Jim Robinson gave a statement about this loss.

“This is an absolutely tragic day for the fire service, Andrew’s family, and his wife Stephanie,” said Chief Robinson. “The Greensboro Fire Department is devastated by Andrew’s untimely death. Our hearts go out to everyone who knew and loved him. Please respect the family’s privacy during this difficult time.