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Firefighter dies while on duty in flood-hit Staines
A firefighter died while on duty in a flood-hit town. Clifford Cox died at Staines fire station last night, his next of kin and family have been informed. Mr Cox had served as a firefighter in Surrey for nearly 25 years.
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Circumstances of firefighter's death 'not yet known'
Surrey Fire and Rescue have not confirmed the cause of death of firefighter Clifford Cox, despite reports he suffered a heart attack while on duty in Staines.
Assistant Chief Fire Officer Simon Moore said:
BBC News reports that FF Cox is believed to have died following a heart attack.
Tribute to 'lovable, larger than life' Firefighter
Mr Cox, 53, who was known as "Biff", died at around 6pm after collapsing at the fire station, the Surrey branch of the Fire Brigades Union said.Colleagues tried to resuscitate him but were unable to save him.Richard Jones, the brigade branch secretary, said:
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Fire Services tweet condolences for Firefighter Cox
Fire Services, charities and individuals from the service across the country have sent messages of condolence to Surrey Fire and Rescue after the death of a firefighter at Staines.
Firefighter Clifford Cox 'will be greatly missed'
Dead firefighter named as Clifford Cox
Clifford Cox died at Staines fire station last night, Surrey Fire and Rescue Service said. His next of kin and family have been informed.
Chief fire officer Russell Pearson said Mr Cox was part of the station's Green Watch, and had served as a firefighter in Surrey for nearly 25 years.
Firefighter dies on duty at Staines
Surrey Fire and Rescue have confirmed the death of a firefighter who was on duty at Staines fire station.
Next of kin have been informed.