Firefighter Jake Johnson Dies in Off-Duty Fall | Seattle News

Seattle News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 5, 2026 · 1m

Tragedy struck the Lacey Fire District Three community as firefighter Jake Johnson died from injuries sustained in a fatal off-duty dive from a 15-foot boat into a concrete pier. Friends rushed to his aid after he didn’t clear the pier, and the outpouring of grief on social media reflects the profound impact he had. The department honored his memory with a private statement, while funeral arrangements are underway — no service details yet shared. This heartbreaking loss serves as a sobering reminder of life’s fragility. Our hearts go out to his family and fellow first responders. Listen in…