An Indianapolis firefighter was sent to Wishard Memorial Hospital this morning after he suffered second-degree burns while battling a house fire, fire officials said.
An Indianapolis Fire Department release said firefighters were called about 9:40 a.m. to the home in the 2600 block of Southeastern Avenue. Firefighters encountered heavy fire, which injured one firefighter.
The firefighter, whose name was not released, received burns on his hands, face, knee and shoulders. He also injured his ankle.
This was the second fire at this home within a couple of weeks, the IFD release said. The earlier happened Oct. 9 and was believed to be electrical.
Neighbors said house was vacant but possibly was occupied by trespassers, the IFD release said. Damage was estimated at $50,000.
