According to a recent statement from the city's Bureau of Fire, a firefighter sustained a burn injury while battling a blaze in Pittsburgh's Homewood North neighborhood. The incident, which occurred in a vacant property on the 7300 block of Idlewild Street, prompted a response at about 7:40 p.m.
The firefighter sustained a burn to the lower leg and was transported to the hospital in stable condition. No other injuries were reported at the scene. The Fire Investigation Unit is investigating the cause of the fire in the vacant building, as the City of Pittsburgh reported.
Updates on the investigation and the firefighter's condition remain forthcoming. The Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire's quick response showcases the department's readiness to manage emergencies regardless of the circumstances. More information is expected to be released once the Fire Investigation Unit has completed its work.
