A SECOND firefighter injured in the Slacks Creek fire remains in the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital.
Last week, Lia Drew was hospitalised in a serious, but stable condition.
She was then transferred to the burns unit, with burns to her arms and hands.
Today, a QFES spokesperson told MyCity Logan Ms Drew was still in hospital, recovering in a stable condition.
QFES deputy commissioner Mike Wassing said both Izzy Nash and Lia Drew had experienced “serious fire and smoke intensity” in the building.
Investigations into their injuries by Workplace Health and Safety Queensland, and Queensland police are ongoing.
QFES are also undertaking an internal investigation, but there have been no developments so far.
“I can assure you that we want the answers too,” Mr Wassing said.
“For Izzy, for Lia, for their families and for their colleagues.”
Mr Wassing said around 40 firefighters were involved at the peak of the inferno.
Although the cause of the fire is unknown, police said investigations will continue for the foreseeable future.
Mr Wassing said it was understood that owners were using a generator to supply power to the factory following a power interruption days earlier.
Fire and Emergency Services Minister Mark Ryan said the Fire and Rescue Service was devastated by the loss of Ms Nash.
“Our firefighters are a tightknit group and Izabella’s loss will be deeply felt,” Mr Ryan said.
“My heartfelt sympathies go to Izabella’s family, friends and colleagues.
“The motto of the Fire and Rescue Service is Semper Paratus, Always Ready, and Izabella clearly demonstrated her commitment to that ideal.”
QFES is in the process of organising a funeral for Ms Nash with her family.
