Oakland Park mourns loss of veteran fire rescue battalion chief

Published: April 11, 2026 at 12:02 PM

lead-art-block.fullscreen-enterExpandKevin Fornash. (Oakland Park Fire Rescue)

OAKLAND PARK, Fla. — The city of Oakland Park is mourning the loss of Battalion Chief Kevin Michael Fornash, authorities confirmed.

Fornash, a 28-year veteran of Oakland Park Fire Rescue, was known for his dedication and service to the community.

City officials confirmed that Fornash, 59, died Thursday after a “courageous” battle with cancer.

Details about his memorial service will be announced once arrangements are finalized.

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Ryan Mackey

Ryan Mackey is a Digital Journalist at WPLG. He was born on Long Island, New York, and has lived in Sunrise, Florida, since 1994.