Mark Hicks
The Detroit News
DETROIT — Three Detroit firefighters and a driver were treated at a hospital Thursday after a collision on the city’s southwest side, officials said.
The firefighters were responding to a report of a structure blaze around 4 p.m. when their engine collided with a truck near Fort and Springwells, said Deputy Fire Commissioner Dave Fornell.
The report of a fire turned out to be a false alarm, he said.
The crash totaled the fire engine, which needed to be pried open, Fornell said.
The three firefighters were evaluated at a hospital for bumps and bruises, he said. All were released but have been removed from work duties.
The truck driver also was treated at a hospital but did not report serious injuries, Fornell said. “We’re thankful that nobody was seriously hurt.”
Detroit police are investigating the cause of the crash, Fornell said.
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