A female firefighter critically injured in a massive industrial fire in Logan has died in hospital.
Izabella Nash is believed to have run out of oxygen, causing her to lose consciousness while battling the blaze at the Slacks Creek factory around 2.30am on Tuesday.
She was carried out of the burning building and rushed to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital in a critical condition.
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services confirmed the experienced firey sadly passed away overnight.
“It is with heavy hearts we can confirm a Fire and Rescue Service firefighter has passed away following a factory fire at Slacks Creek early yesterday morning,” QFES said in a statement.
“Izabella Nash joined the Fire and Rescue Service in 2014 and served as a First Class Firefighter”.
A second female firefighter, Lia Dew, remains in hospital in a serious but stable condition after also being injured in the inferno.
“The thoughts of all QFES members are with Izzy’s and Lia’s families, friends and fellow crew members,” the statement continued.
Meantime, Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk and Minister for Fire and Emergency Services Mark Ryan have also expressed their “deep sadness” over Izabella’s death.
“I wish to extend my sincere condolences to all those who are grieving the loss of Izabella,” the Premier said.
“She was clearly devoted to her job, on the front line supporting her fellow Queenslanders.
“Izabella’s passing is a terribly sad and poignant reminder of the dangers our front-line staff face on a daily basis.”
Fire and Emergency Services Minister Mark Ryan said the Fire and Rescue Service was devastated by the loss of Izabella.
“Our firefighters are a tight-knit group and Izabella’s loss will be deeply felt,” the Minister said.
“The motto of the Fire and Rescue Service is Semper Paratus, Always Ready, and Izabella clearly demonstrated her commitment to that ideal, doing everything she could to support her fellow Queenslanders.
“This is a terribly sad time.”
Investigations into what started the blaze, which required 45 firefighters at the peak of operations, are now underway.
Police have declared a crime scene at the site and are appealing for any witnesses, or anyone with information, to come forward.
