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Denver firefighter rescued after falling through floor of burning home

A firefighter suffered minor burns after falling through a hole created by a crawl space fire

DENVER — A Denver firefighter was quickly rescued after falling through the floor of a home where a crawl space fire had already burned through the first floor.

One firefighter fell through the opening on Dec. 7 but was quickly pulled to safety by crewmembers, according to the Denver Fire Department. He sustained minor burn injuries to his arm.

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The department said the search of the home found no occupants.

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