Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann issues a statement on behalf of the City of Columbia following the loss of Irmo Firefighter James Michael Muller.
“This tragedy breaks the heart of everyone in the Midlands. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the loved ones of the hero, James Michael Muller. It takes a special type of courage to voluntarily run into a burning building to save lives. On behalf of the citizens of Columbia, I want to commend the friends and family of the fallen for knowing a hero. We will mourn this enormous loss with our partners and neighbors in Irmo and help however we can.
I also want to express extreme gratitude to the firefighters injured while risking their lives to save others. Thank you. I will pray for quick recoveries. Our citizens are fortunate to have brave people like you among us.”
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