The community is mourning the loss of Engineer Rob Hager, who died Monday, Sept. 15, 2025, following an unexpected medical emergency at his home in Murrieta, North County Fire in Fallbrook announced.
A GoFundMe page to support Hager’s family has been established at this link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/remembering-rob-hager-aid-for-his-family?cdn-cache=0
“It is with great sadness that North County Fire reports the passing of our beloved Engineer Rob Hager, due to an unexpected medical emergency,” the department posted on Instagram. “We ask for your thoughts and prayers for the Hager Family, North County Fire & Fallbrook Firefighters Association Local 1622, as we mourn this tragic loss.”
A fundraiser launched by the Fallbrook Firefighters highlighted Hager’s devotion to both family and community. “Rob leaves behind his wife Courtney and young daughter Sloane. Rob has touched the lives of countless individuals throughout the county and state due to his care for others and love for the profession. Please join the Fallbrook Firefighters in remembering Rob and supporting Courtney and the Hager family as they live through this tragedy and memorialize Robbie,” reads the fundraiser.
Hager began his career with North County Fire Protection District in 2008 as a reserve firefighter and became a full-time firefighter in 2012.
Community members who wish to reach out can contact the Fallbrook Firefighters at info@fallbrookfirefighters.com
