Chief Steve E. Woehrle of the Piseco Volunteer Fire Department died on July 20, 2026, after suffering a cardiovascular event while responding to a jet ski accident. He was 65 years old.
Chief Woehrle was transported to a hospital where he was pronounced deceased. He had dedicated 47 years of service as a volunteer firefighter.
This incident marks the 56th firefighter fatality reported in 2026.