Continuing Their Legacy:
Education for the Children of Fallen Civil Defence Heroes
On November 14, 2024, six Lebanese Civil Defence rescue workers were killed in an Israeli airstrike on the Central Civil Defence station in Baalbek. These brave men—fathers, husbands, and community leaders—gave their lives while saving others.They leave behind families now navigating life without them.
The Lebanese Civil Defense (الدفاع المدني اللبناني) is a public emergency service that responds to natural disasters and humanitarian crises. Its dedicated members perform essential patient transportation, search and rescue, and firefighting. Tragically, many volunteers and members lose their lives while serving.
How You Can Help
Every dollar raised will go directly toward tuition and education-related expenses for the children of the 6 fallen men. Your contribution ensures that they stay in school and continue building the futures their fathers dreamed of for them.
Why This Matters
These men sacrificed everything for the safety of others. By supporting their children’s education, we honor their legacy and help lift the burden from grieving families. Together, we can show these families and children they are not alone.
These brave men were dedicated fathers who ultimately gave their life for Lebanon. Below are their individual profiles, detailing their exemplary service to the nation.
Bilal Ali Raad, passed away at 58, Head of the Baalbek Regional Center in Lebanon
- Family: married, one daughter.
- Service: Volunteered on August 2, 1986, confirmed as permanent staff on October 18, 2016.
- Recognitions: Described as an example of a brave employee serving the nation and its citizens. Received several commendations from the Director General of Civil Defense.
Omar Mahmoud Solh, passed away at 45, Lebanese Civil Defense employee
- Family: married, two children.
- Service: He volunteered from February 1, 2001, until he was confirmed as permanent staff on August 24, 2023. He participated in many training courses within Lebanon and took part in numerous missions.
- Recognition: Described as a brave employee dedicated to serving the nation and its citizens, he had received several commendations from the Director General of Civil Defense.
Muhammad Abdul Karim Noun, passed away at 54, Lebanese Civil Defense operational employee
- Family: married, six children.
- Service: He began as a volunteer on February 1, 2001, and was later confirmed as a permanent employee on August 24, 2023.
- Recognition: He received multiple commendations for his service from the Director General of the Civil Defense.
Ali Muhammad Noun, passed away at 52, Lebanese Civil Defense operational employee
- Family: married, three children.
- Service: Noun had been a member of the Baalbek Regional Center of the Civil Defense since 2001. He had become a permanent staff member in 2023.
- Recognition: Noun was recognized for his bravery and service to the nation and its citizens. He had received numerous commendations from the Director General of Civil Defense for his actions during his career.
Hassan Mahdi Wahoud, passed away at 45. Lebanese Civil Defense operational employee
- Family: married, four children
- Service: Wahoud began his volunteer work with the Civil Defense’s Baalbek Regional Center on January 2, 2009. He was officially appointed to the permanent staff on August 24, 2023.
- Recognition: Throughout his career, he received several commendations from the Director General of the Civil Defense and was known as a brave employee dedicated to serving his nation and fellow citizens.
Hussein Muhammad Hassan, passed away at 50, Lebanese Civil Defense operational employee
- Family: Married, six children.
- Service: He worked as an optional volunteer from 01/02/2000 until he was confirmed in the permanent staff on 08/24/2023
- Recognition: He received several commendations from the Director General of Civil Defense. He attended many training courses inside the country. He participated in many missions.He was an example of a brave employee in the service of the nation and the citizens.