In memory of Firefighter Steve A. Weikle
Boiling Springs Fire and Rescue Inc. · Covington, VA
Steve A. Weikle, Firefighter of Boiling Springs Fire and Rescue Inc., a firefighter / EMS, died in the line of duty on February 13, 2025 in Covington, VA.
Record
- Rank: Firefighter
- Department: Boiling Springs Fire and Rescue Inc.
- Location: Covington, VA
- End of watch: February 13, 2025
- Nature of death: Cardiovascular Event/Heart Attack
- Years of service: 49
- Age: 70
Circumstances
On February 13, 2025, Firefighter Steve Weikle responded with the Boiling Springs Fire and Rescue to a report of a collapsed barn with a trapped animal. After clearing the call and within 24 hours of this response, Firefighter Weikle was found outside of his home experiencing a cardiovascular event. Emergency medical services were called to the scene where Firefighter Weikle 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.