From the WTF Watch Desk: Wojciech Garbacz and Bartłomiej Pieróg of Poland's State Fire Service died on October 16 during firefighting and rescue operations at a warehouse and shop containing tractor and agricultural-machinery parts in Nisko. The official investigation remains open.
Why this deserves the fire service’s attention
Firefighter WTF honors their service, offers condolences to their families and colleagues, and directs readers to Poland's State Fire Service and prosecutor for confirmed memorial and investigative updates without assigning blame or speculating about the fireground sequence.
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This report reflects information available on October 25, 2026. Developing items will be updated when official information changes.