WALLA WALLA, Wash.-The Walla Walla City Manager has issued a statement on the death of Firefighter Ryan Pleasants.
Pleasants, a Walla Walla Fire Department Fire Engineer with 20-years with the Department, died while on duty on Sunday, Jan. 7.
Elizabeth Chamberlain, Walla Walla’s City Manager released the following statement on Monday, Jan. 8:
“The City of Walla Walla team is here to support the Walla Walla Fire Department as they tragically lost one of their own. The City sends our thoughts and condolences to Ryan’s family during this extremely difficult time.”
“The City is grateful to the College Place, Pasco, and Richland fire departments, and Walla Walla County Fire District 4, for stepping in to assist with Walla Walla’s emergency responses. Thanks to their support, our community does not need to worry about 911 calls.”
