The second man who was rescued from the water Sunday during the Ironman race in Madison has died, city fire officials said.
The Madison Fire Department said in a news release Tuesday that Todd Mahoney was rescued from Lake Monona at 8:52 a.m. Sunday. Lifesaving attempts continued as he was transported to SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital, where he remained in critical condition.
"Mahoney fought for his life over the next 48 hours," the fire department said. He passed away Tuesday at the hospital.
Mahoney was an apparatus engineer with the city of Madison Fire Department, according to the release.
"It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dear friend and brother Todd Mahoney," the fire department said.