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Detroit firefighter falls through floor battling blaze

The firefighter was rushed to the hospital for treatment after suffering from neck and back pain

DETROIT — A Detroit firefighter is recovering after falling through the floor while battling a house fire Sunday night.

WXYZ reported that the firefighter was working on the first floor of the home when it gave way, sending the firefighter into the basement.

The firefighter was rushed to the hospital for treatment after suffering from neck and back pain, according to the report.

It’s unclear if the home was abandoned or an occupied residence.

The fire remains under investigation.