A blaze that injured a Miami firefighter was intentionally set, authorities say
Briefly

A firefighter was hospitalized after falling through the floor of a burning building, believed to have been intentionally set, in Miami. Firefighters responded around 6:50 PM and faced heavy flames and smoke on all levels of the unoccupied building undergoing renovations. During the rescue operations, one firefighter triggered a 'Mayday' call, was successfully rescued, and is in stable condition. Another firefighter suffered second-degree burns. The incident led to a criminal investigation into potential arson, with the structural integrity of the building under review by city officials.
"A firefighter fell through the second floor, triggering a 'Mayday' call. His colleagues quickly rescued him and took him to the hospital, where he was listed in stable condition."
"The incident escalated to a second alarm, prompting the dispatch of additional units. Aerial ladders were deployed to direct water onto the roof, and within two hours, the fire was brought under control."
Read at Miami Herald
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