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BUNNELL, Fla. - A 40-year-old firefighter/EMT candidate died Friday morning during a pre-employment physical agility test with Flagler County Fire Rescue, authorities said.

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Fendrick Gabaud, 40, of Ormond Beach, died Friday morning during a pre-employment physical agility test with Flagler County Fire Rescue in Bunnell. The test included climbing stairs, lifting hoses, advancing charged hose lines, and dragging a 150-pound manikin.

Witnesses said he appeared healthy and completed the test successfully. After removing his gear, he complained of shortness of breath and became unresponsive. Paramedics transported him to AdventHealth Palm Coast, where he was pronounced dead.

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Authorities, including Bunnell Police, the State Fire

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