In memory of Firefighter/Safety Officer David Malone

White Level Rural Fire Department · Louisburg, NC

David Malone, Firefighter/Safety Officer of White Level Rural Fire Department, a firefighter / EMS, died in the line of duty on February 10, 2026 in Louisburg, NC.

Record

Rank: Firefighter/Safety Officer
Department: White Level Rural Fire Department
Location: Louisburg, NC
End of watch: February 10, 2026
Nature of death: Cardiovascular Event/Heart Attack
Years of service: 47
Age: 66

Circumstances

Firefighter/Safety Officer Dale Malone responded with the White Level Rural Fire Department to a residential fire as a passenger in a fire department vehicle. Upon arrival at the scene but while still inside of the vehicle, Firefighter/Safety Officer Malone suffered a medical emergency. Firefighter/Safety Officer Malone was treated and transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

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.