Philadelphia Firefighter Eric Gore Dies After Battle With Coronavirus
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PHILADELPHIA (CBS) - A Philadelphia firefighter has died after losing a battle with COVID-19. The Philadelphia Fire Department announced the death of Firefighter Eric Gore on Twitter on Wednesday morning.
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The fire department says the Gore passed away Tuesday at Temple University Hospital.
It is with deep sorrow that the Philadelphia Fire Department announces the line-of-duty death of Firefighter Eric Gore, who passed away Tuesday at Temple University Hospital after a valiant struggle with COVID-19.
— Philadelphia Fire (@PhillyFireDept) June 3, 2020
Gore most recently served at Engine 37 in Chestnut Hill.
He is survived by his brother Lamont Gore, who is also a Philadelphia firefighter.
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