In memory of Deputy Fire Chief Scott R. Durfee
Caddo Parish Fire District 1 · Shreveport, LA
Scott R. Durfee, Deputy Fire Chief of Caddo Parish Fire District 1, a firefighter / EMS, died in the line of duty on March 2, 2026 in Shreveport, LA.
Record
- Rank: Deputy Fire Chief
- Department: Caddo Parish Fire District 1
- Location: Shreveport, LA
- End of watch: March 2, 2026
- Nature of death: Cardiovascular Event/Heart Attack
- Years of service: 25
- Age: 54
Circumstances
On February 27, 2026, Deputy Fire Chief Scott Durfee went home after falling ill while participating in a training drill at his station. Within an hour, Deputy Fire Chief Durfee went back to the station because he was feeling worse. Tests indicated that Deputy Fire Chief Durfee was experiencing a cardiovascular event, and he was transported to a local hospital. While at the hospital, he went into cardiac arrest. Medical personnel were able to revive Deputy Fire Chief Durfee, but despite these efforts, he passed away on March 2, 2026.
This record appears on the RESPONDin line-of-duty memorial wall, a public remembrance of first responders who died in the line of duty. Source: usfa import.