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Detroit firefighter suffers burns after fall
A Detroit firefighter is receiving treatment at a hospital after falling through the fall of a home while battling a fire on the city's east side.
DETROIT (FOX 2) - A Detroit firefighter was injured early Thursday when he fell through a floor and into a basement while battling a fire.
Crews were at a home in the 14200 block of Corbett near Chalmers around 5:20 a.m. when a mayday call was made. According to the fire department, a mayday call is made any time firefighters lose sight of each other while in a burning building.
It was discovered that the firefighter had fallen through the first floor and into the basement. He was quickly rescued and taken to a hospital for injuries he suffered, including burns. He is expected to recover.
Officials said the house appeared to be vacant, and no other injuries were reported.
The Source: This information is from a Detroit Fire Department official.
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