Wauwatosa house fire injures one firefighter early Tuesday morning. He's expected to make a full recovery.
A fire at a Wauwatosa home early Tuesday sent one firefighter to the hospital with minor injuries.
The fire began at 1:25 a.m. at 2629 N. Wauwatosa Ave.
"Upon arrival, firefighters encountered flames showing from the front porch and smoke inside the home," said a news release from the Wauwatosa Fire Department.
The Fire Department, along with the West Allis Fire Department and Milwaukee Fire Department, had the fire under control in 20 minutes, the release said.
One firefighter from the Wauwatosa Fire Department sustained minor injuries from falling debris. He was taken to Froedtert Hospital for treatment and was released later that morning. He's expected to make a full recovery.
Much of the fire was contained to the front porch and attic space, according to the Fire Department. There was also moderate smoke and water damage throughout the home.
The estimated damage to the home is not yet known; the Wauwatosa fire marshal is investigating the cause of the fire.
Evan Casey can be reached at 414-403-4391 or evan.casey@jrn.com. Follow him on Twitter @ecaseymedia.
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