BALDWIN, N.Y. (AP) — A volunteer firefighter on Long Island has died after becoming ill at the scene of a fire.

Baldwin Fire Chief Kevin Smith says 43-year-old Michael Esposito became ill at the scene of a house fire on Grand Avenue early Wednesday. He was taken to a nearby hospital, where he was died.

Smith said Esposito was a former captain and a 21-year member of the department.

Nassau County fire officials said the cause of the fire was being investigated.

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Information from: Newsday, http://www.newsday.com

Volunteer Firefighter Dies At Fire: MyFoxNY.com



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My condolences to Capt Esposito's family. Rest in Peace Brother.
rest in peace brother, from an Ex member manhasset lakeville fd co 3 no residing in florida

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