WALLA WALLA, Wash. – A Walla Walla firefighter died while he was on duty Sunday morning, the City of Walla Walla confirmed in a press release.
Ryan Pleasants was a 20-year veteran of the Walla Walla Fire Department (WWFD), serving as a firefighter and medic for the first 19 years of his career. he was recently promoted to engineer in July.
“Ryan was 41 years old and was found this morning at Fire Station 1 after not waking up. There is no foul play suspected,” Deputy Fire Chief Eric Wood said.
Walla Walla Fire District 4, College Place Fire Department, Richland Fire Department and Pasco Fire Department have provided the necessary tools to cover all calls for the City of Walla Walla during this time.
“Ryan will be forever missed by all his brothers and sisters of the WWFD. Our deepest condolences go out to his Family and his community,” the City of Walla Walla said.
