In memory of Captain Michael A. Booke
Northampton Fire Department · Northampton, PA
Michael A. Booke, Captain of Northampton Fire Department, a firefighter / EMS, died in the line of duty on November 12, 2025 in Northampton, PA.
Record
- Rank: Captain
- Department: Northampton Fire Department
- Location: Northampton, PA
- End of watch: November 12, 2025
- Nature of death: Cardiovascular Event/Heart Attack
- Years of service: 27
- Age: 57
Circumstances
On October 25, 2025, Captain Michael Booke was attending a water rescue course when he suffered a cardiovascular event after completing a 200-yard swim. Fellow first responders administered life saving measures to Captain Booke and then transported him to a local hospital. Captain Booke remained under care at the hospital where he passed away on November 12, 2025.
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.