In memory of Firefighter Joe Flake

Wellston Fire Department · Wellston, OK

Joe Flake, Firefighter of Wellston Fire Department, a firefighter / EMS, died in the line of duty on September 7, 2026 in Wellston, OK.

Record

Rank: Firefighter
Department: Wellston Fire Department
Location: Wellston, OK
End of watch: September 7, 2026
Nature of death: Cardiovascular Event/Heart Attack
Years of service: 1
Age: 65

Circumstances

Firefighter Joe Flake responded with the Wellston Fire Department to a grass fire with a structure involved. While using an ax on the outside wall of the structure to ventilate, Firefighter Flake suffered a medical emergency. Aid was rendered immediately and Firefighter Flake was transported to a 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.