According to a release from the office of Kansas Governor Laura Kelly, Carl "Levi" Evans died in the line of duty last week. Evans was a resident of Greeley County.
Kelly, on Wednesday issued an executive order directing flags throughout the state to be flown at half-staff, from sunup to sundown, on Friday in honor of Evans.
Kelly, in the release, says Evans was "dedicated to protecting his community," adding that "the loss of a first responder is always a tragedy."
KSN-TV, citing the Kansas State Fire Marshal’s Office, reports that Evans, a volunteer firefighter with Greeley County Fire & Rescue, died in the line of duty after suffering a medical problem during training.
