Yes. You can file a wrongful death lawsuit against them. However, winning a claim against them is a whole another ball game.
Government agencies generally enjoy a qualified immunity that protects them from any liability as long as they were acting in line with their official duties.
When acting within the scope of their duties, government agencies and employees generally enjoy what is referred to as qualified immunity. They cannot be held liable for anything that may happen to another person as long as they were acting in their official capacity. You need an experienced lawyer to dig deep into their operations and prove their negligence beyond doubt to seek compensation.