Two D.C. Firefighters Injured at House Fire

Heavy fire was showing from the house when firefighters approached the scene early Sunday.

Two firefighters were injured early Sunday at a house fire in southwest.

Heavy fire was showing when crews approached the area about 1:55 a.m., WJLA reported.

Firefighters called for an additional engine and truck to assist with the incident.

The bulk of the flames had been knocked by 2:30, but firefighters were still battling the remaining hot spots.

A resident was displaced in the fire that remains under investigation. The firefighters were transported for treatment of minor injuries. 

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