In memory of Captain Christopher E. Brown
Northwood Fire Rescue · Northwood, NH
Christopher E. Brown, Captain of Northwood Fire Rescue, a firefighter / EMS, died in the line of duty on August 19, 2025 in Northwood, NH.
Record
- Rank: Captain
- Department: Northwood Fire Rescue
- Location: Northwood, NH
- End of watch: August 19, 2025
- Nature of death: Cardiovascular Event/Heart Attack
- Years of service: 24
- Age: 42
Circumstances
On the evening of August 18, 2025, Captain Christopher Brown participated in forcible entry training with Northwood Fire Rescue. At 3:12 p.m. on August 19, 2025, Captain Brown called the fire station to report that he was experiencing severe back pain and requested an ambulance. Captain Brown was transported to a local hospital where his condition worsened rapidly. Although CPR and other lifesaving measures were initiated, Captain Brown was pronounced deceased from a cardiovascular event.
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.