September 11, 2018

Firefighter Hurt Rescuing Worker After Building Collapse

An Indianapolis firefighter was slightly injured Monday during the rescue of a man from this partially collapsed building.  - Provided by Indianapolis Fire Department

An Indianapolis firefighter was slightly injured Monday during the rescue of a man from this partially collapsed building.

Provided by Indianapolis Fire Department

Authorities say a firefighter was injured while rescuing a worker from a building that partially collapsed in Indianapolis.

The Indianapolis Fire Department says the two-story building collapsed Monday evening while two workers were preparing it for renovation. The workers reported hearing a loud crack before the structure gave way. One of the men got out safely on his own while the other was trapped on the second floor.

The firefighter had what was described as a slight injury and was taken to a hospital in good condition.

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