Firefighter Killed in Explosion While Battling Fire in Southern California
A firefighter died after an explosion while battling a fire involving a front-end loader in Southern California, authorities said. The incident occurred on Thursday in the city of Perris, located about 60 miles east of Los Angeles. The Riverside County Fire Department reported that firefighters were battling a fire that involved a front-end loader when an explosion occurred, fatally injuring one of the firefighters. The firefighter was later pronounced dead at a hospital. The identity of the deceased firefighter was not immediately released. The Riverside County Fire Department is investigating the cause of the explosion.
Summary
"A firefighter died after an explosion while battling a fire involving a front-end loader in Perris, California. The Riverside County Fire Department is investigating the cause of the explosion. "
Updated at: 06.16.2024
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