Nash County EMS Director Dale Griffin Dies in Weekend Drowning Incident
Nash County EMS director Dale Griffin died Saturday after drowning at a North Carolina beach.

Raleigh Durham, NC, August 9, 2026 —
Nash County EMS Director Dale Griffin died on Saturday following a drowning incident at a North Carolina beach. The circumstances surrounding the drowning have not been fully detailed.
Griffin, who led the Nash County Emergency Medical Services, passed away on Saturday. Further details regarding the specific beach location and the events leading to the drowning were not immediately available.
The Nash County Emergency Management confirmed the passing of Director Griffin. The EMS department serves Nash County, providing critical emergency medical response to the community.
No additional information regarding the incident or the ongoing operations of Nash County EMS was provided at this time. The cause of death is officially listed as drowning.
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