Cause of Death: Exposure
End of Watch: May 4, 1997
Date of Incident: May 3, 1997
Age: 47
Rank: Fire Apparatus Operator (FAO)
Status: Career
Badge Number: Not available
Tour of Duty: Not available
Final Alarm: Not available
Nature of Death: Asphyxiation

Fire Apparatus Operator Jesse Bricker died as a result of cardiac arrest that was exacerbated by stress and smoke inhalation that occurred while fighting a fourth alarm motel fire. After returning from the fire, FAO Bricker complained of not feeling well. He was transported to the hospital that morning at 5:56a.m. in severe respiratory distress. He died at approximately 4:38 pm. Other personnel also suffered from various symptoms as a result of exposure to fire and smoke. The following day, an environmental consultant was directed to sample and analyze the scene and clothing worn by firefighters.