NEW: Johnston Fire Department Announces Passing of Firefighter Gemma

NEW: Johnston Fire Department Announces Passing of Firefighter Gemma

The Johnston Fire Department announced the passing of firefighter Richard Gemma on Wednesday morning. 

According to the fire department’s statement, Gemma passing was an "active duty death."

The Johnston Firefighters Local 1950 released the following statement on Facebook. 

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Read the Statement Below

"With deep regret and sorrow, Johnston Firefighters Local 1950 announce the active-duty death and sudden passing of Firefighter Richard Gemma, Johnston Local 1950.

More information will follow. At this time, please keep brother Gemma, his family and the members of Local 1950 in your thoughts and prayers."

About the Fire Department

The Johnston Fire Department has four stations, and serves a population of approximately 30,000.

With a personnel of 88, the annual call volume for the department is 6,700 calls.