2 firefighters injured battling house fire in Whittier, authorities say

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Saturday, June 29, 2024 6:17AM
2 firefighters injured battling Whittier house fire, authorities say
Two firefighters were injured as they battled a fire at a home in Whittier, authorities say.

WHITTIER, Calif. (KABC) -- Two firefighters were injured as they battled a fire at a home in Whittier Friday night, authorities said.

The blaze was reported in the 8300 block of Boer Avenue around 9:14 p.m.

One of the firefighters was injured after they fell through the roof of the home. The firefighter was rushed to a hospital but has since been released.

A second firefighter injured was taken to a hospital as a precaution for possible heat exhaustion, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department.

It's unclear what caused the fire. No other injuries were reported.