March 20-- A 46-year-old firefighter died Wednesday after suffering an unspecified medical emergency while on duty at Engine 78 at Philadelphia International Airport, officials said.
Michael Bernstein, a 22-year Fire Department veteran, died after he was taken to Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital in Darby. Further details about the circumstances of his death were not disclosed.
Mayor Jim Kenney ordered city flags to be flown at half-staff for 30 days in memory of Bernstein, a Navy veteran.
"I'm deeply saddened by the death of Philadelphia firefighter Michael Bernstein," Kenney said in a statement. "We are humbled by his dedication, and we will always remember his sacrifice. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends, and fellow firefighters."
Chellie Cameron, the airport's CEO, also mourned Bernstein's death in a statement.
"Each emergency responder stationed at the Airport is a part of our family, and we stand by to support our colleagues during this time of loss," Cameron said.
Deputy Chief Robert Corrigan. commander of Fire Department operations at the airport, said in a tweet that Bernstein's colleagues were "devastated" by his death.
The Second Alarmers, a volunteer group that provided beverages and other sustenance to firefighters and police officers at emergency sites, also paid tribute to Bernstein.
Survivors include his wife and three children, the Fire Department said.
Funeral arrangements are pending.
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