A West Virginia Division of Forestry firefighter was killed Thursday while battling a fire.
Cody J. Mullens, 28, of Mount Hope, was struck by a falling tree, WSAZ reported.
“Cathy and I are heartbroken by the tragic news of losing one of our own. Our state foresters are some of the most dedicated workers in our state, putting their lives on the line to protect our communities from wildfires, and we owe them all, especially Cody, an enormous debt of gratitude. “Losing a brave forester is a tragedy beyond belief. Cathy and I will keep this man and his loved ones in our prayers and ask all West Virginians to join with us," Gov. Jim Justice said in a statement.
A procession escorted Mullens off the mountain.
