Firefighter falls 9 feet through floor responding to blaze, union says
Posted May 15, 2025 02:35:51 PM.
Last Updated May 15, 2025 03:50:14 PM.
The Halifax Professional Fire Fighters union says a member fell nine feet through a floor as crews responded to a fire on Wednesday.
In a post on X, the HPFF said the incident took place inside a building in Herring Cove.
“Fortunately, they had previously operated on the lower level and were able to quickly self-extricate after reorienting themselves,” the statement said.
The two-alarm fire prompted multiple units to respond.
“As the member fell, their partner attempted to grab them, dislodging their mask in the process, in a high heat and smoke-filled environment.”
A third firefighter also sustained burn injuries, the post reads, adding that despite these challenges, all members were able to continue working on scene.
