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5 Calif. firefighters injured in roof collapse

They were transported to a hospital from the scene; the cause of the fire is under investigation

COMPTON, Calif. — Five firefighters were treated for minor injuries Sunday, which were sustained while extinguishing a fire overnight.

CBS Los Angeles reported that crews were sent around 11:18 p.m. Saturday for report of a structure fire.

Once on scene, firefighters located a detached garage fully involved in flames.

The injured firefighters sustained injuries when the roof collapsed. They were transported to a hospital from the scene for treatment.

No other injuries were reported.

Crews from multiple departments assisted in knocking down the three-alarm fire.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.