In memory of Firefighter/EMT Michael E. Altman
Chicago Fire Department · Chicago, IL
Michael E. Altman, Firefighter/EMT of Chicago Fire Department, a firefighter / EMS, died in the line of duty on March 17, 2026 in Chicago, IL.
Record
- Rank: Firefighter/EMT
- Department: Chicago Fire Department
- Location: Chicago, IL
- End of watch: March 17, 2026
- Nature of death: Burns
- Years of service: 2
- Age: 32
Circumstances
At the scene of a four-story apartment building fire, Firefighter/EMT Michael Altman was searching the structure when he fell from the collapsed first floor into the basement and suffered burns to approximately 90% of his body. Firefighter/EMT Altman was rescued and transported to a hospital where he passed away the following morning. One person has been charged with murder and aggravated arson in connection with the fire. Firefighter/EMT Altman was a fourth-generation Chicago Fire Department member.
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.