A battalion commander was killed when a burning truck exploded in Greene County Wednesday morning.
Officials said Chris Eddy, a battalion chief with the Greene County Fire Department, was killed in the explosion near Greensboro.
According to the Union-Recorder, firefighters were called to the scene on Georgia Route 15, just outside Greensboro, before 10 a.m.
Officials said the Georgia State Patrol is investigating the fire and explosion.
Morgan County Fire Chief Garret Smith told the Morgan County Citizen that there was a “violent explosion” when firefighters opened the truck.
“We do not currently know all the details of the incident, but I am confident that in the coming weeks we will learn more about the events that led to this tragic event.”
The Union-Recorder reported that Eddy was known among other firefighters for his sense of humor.
A statement from the Greene County Board of Commissioners said: “It is with deep sadness that the Greene County Board of Commissioners announces the passing of Battalion Chief Chris Eddy in the line of duty on Wednesday, September 4, 2024. Battalion Chief Eddy was assigned to Greene County Fire Rescue Station #11. We extend our deepest condolences to Battalion Chief Eddy’s family, friends and colleagues.”
