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Governor honors Cal Fire engineer who died in Thomas fire
Cal Fire Engineer Cory Iverson, 32, of Escondido, died Thursday while fighting the 249,500-acre Thomas fire near Fillmore in Ventura County.
The fire, which began Dec. 4, has destroyed nearly 1,000 structures.
“Anne and I are saddened by Engineer Cory Iverson’s tragic death. His bravery and years of committed service to the people of California will never be forgotten,” said Brown.
Iverson was an eight-year veteran of Cal Fire.
He is survived by his wife, Ashley, who is pregnant, and their 2-year-old daughter, Evie; mother, Denise Butler; stepfather, Scott Butler; and father, Craig Iverson.
In honor of Engineer Iverson, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.