On Friday, a tragic incident took place when a New York firefighter lost his life while trying to save his daughter from drowning at Sylvania Avenue Beach in Avon, New Jersey. The firefighter, Mark Batista, was a member of Brooklyn’s Engine Company 226 and had been with the Fire Department of New York (FDNY) for 15 years.
Approximately 8:35 in the morning, according to the authorities, the incident started.m.
the moment when two swimmers in trouble were reported to the police. Officers and the water rescue team arrived on the scene and dove into the water to look for the victims. They finally succeeded in saving a young girl who was in trouble after ten minutes. She was taken to the hospital right away, and it was said she would probably make a full recovery.
Unfortunately, at around 10 a.m.
The second victim was discovered in the water, submerged. Mark Batista, a 39-year-old resident of Teaneck, New Jersey, was recognized as the victim. Before being brought to Jersey Shore University Medical Center, where he was later declared dead, Batista underwent lifesaving procedures on the shore.
In a statement, the FDNY expressed their deep sorrow over Batista’s passing. They called him an devoted public servant who had worked as a firefighter and an emergency medical technician (EMT) during his tenure. The FDNY expressed their condolences to Batista’s family and joined them in their grief over his tragic passing.
A sign on the boardwalk at Sylvania Avenue Beach noted that there were no lifeguards on duty at the time of the incident. Although there were no lifeguards on duty that morning, Sarah Johnson, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service, reported that the risk of rip currents was minimal.
The death of Mark Batista has had a significant impact on the firefighting community and serves as a reminder of the risks that firefighters must take while performing their duties. Batista’s selfless deed to save his daughter exemplifies his bravery and dedication to defending others, even at the cost of his own life.
This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the value of water safety and the necessity of being vigilant, even in situations that seem low-risk. The FDNY and the larger community are left in mourning over the passing of a committed firefighter who devoted his life to helping and defending others.
