STERLING, Virginia – The family of fallen firefighter Trevor Brown, who tragically lost his life in a house explosion, has been invited to the White House. Governor Glenn Youngkin and President Joe Biden expressed their condolences to the family in the wake of this devastating loss.
Brown, a 45-year-old volunteer firefighter, died while investigating a leaking 500-gallon underground propane tank that ultimately exploded. The incident also resulted in injuries to ten other firefighters and two residents of the Sterling home. The Loudoun County Fire and Rescue department identified Brown as the firefighter who tragically lost his life in the explosion.
Following this heartbreaking incident, Governor Youngkin and President Biden reached out to Brown’s family to offer their support. They extended an invitation to the family to visit the White House, demonstrating their solidarity during this difficult time.
Brown, who had been with the department since 2016, leaves behind a wife and three children. Described as dedicated and committed to serving others, Brown’s tragic passing has deeply affected the community and his colleagues. According to Sterling Volunteer Fire Chief David Short, being a firefighter was Brown’s calling, and he was devoted to the cause and the community.
In addition to being a dedicated firefighter, Brown was also a Marine veteran and a devoted stay-at-home dad. His funeral is scheduled to take place on Monday, March 4 at 11 a.m. at Cornerstone Chapel in Leesburg.
The tragic loss of Trevor Brown has left a void in the community, but the outpouring of support from Governor Youngkin, President Biden, and others serves as a reminder of the impact he made. The invitation for his family to visit the White House honors his memory and acknowledges his sacrifice in serving others.