Local firefighter returns home after battling COVID-19 in ICU
by Cassidy Mudd, KTUL Staff
A photo of Broken Arrow firefighter 33-year-old Josh Whitekiller and one of his daughters hugging after his release from the hospital. Whitekiller battled COVID-19 for three weeks - even spending several days in the ICU. Provided by Casey Whitekiller on September 17, 2021.{p}{/p}
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) —
A local fireman who was fighting for his life against COVID-19 is now back home with his family in Broken Arrow.
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Broken Arrow fireman Josh Whitekiller battled the coronavirus for three weeks — even spending several days in the hospital's COVID ICU.
Now, the 33-year-old is back home with his two daughters and wife.
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Josh's wife, Casey, thanked the community for their prayers.
"God knew we needed him more!" Casey posted on Facebook. "We are home."
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While Josh is still recovering from the effects of the coronavirus, his family and the community is thankful to have him back.
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