Two firefighters sustained injuries while battling a blaze in a rowhome located in the Hampden neighborhood of Baltimore. The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon, as emergency responders rushed to the scene to extinguish the flames.
According to the Baltimore City Fire Department (BCFD), the firefighters were injured while conducting their duties during the firefighting operation. Specific details regarding the nature of their injuries have not yet been released.
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, with fire officials working to determine how the blaze started. Neighbors reported seeing heavy smoke and flames coming from the structure, prompting calls to 911.
Emergency services were able to bring the fire under control, but the incident highlights the risks that firefighters face while protecting the community.
Authorities are urging residents to ensure their homes are equipped with functional smoke detectors and to have an emergency plan in place.
Reported by HarborBeat based on WBAL News Radio (source).
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