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In the Line of Duty
Eugene Cervi, 60 - McHenry, Maryland
7/6/2026
Eugene Cervi Chief Engineer Deep Creek Volunteer Fire Company McHenry, Maryland Age: 60 Sex: Male Classification: Volunteer Years of service: 40 Date of incident: July 5, 2026 Date of death: July 6, 2026 On July 5, 2026, at approximately 6:00 p.m., Chief Engineer Eugene Cervi drove the Deep Creek Volunteer Fire Company apparatus in response to a possible water rescue. Once on scene, he assisted with the deployment of the department’s boat. The incident concluded around 8:00 p.m. At approximately 3:00 a.m. on July 6, 2026, Chief Engineer Cervi suffered a cardiovascular event and was taken to a hospital where he passed away later that day.