Off-Duty Baltimore City FF Dies after Medical Issue

An off-duty Baltimore City firefighter died unexpectedly from a medical emergency, the department announced Monday.

 Andrew J. Douglas, 33, joined the department eight years ago, WJZ reports. Flags will be flown at half-staff at city fire stations until his funeral, which is being arranged by Douglas' family and the department.

According to WBAL-TV, Douglas died of an irreparable brain injury. He was assigned to Hampden's Engine 21.