Omaha, NE, Firefighter Shocked at Fire in Critical Condition

May 28, 2024
A power line fell onto a metal fence, which shocked a firefighter, who is expected to recover.

An Omaha firefighter is in critical condition after being shocked by a falling wire while battling a house fire.

The firefighter was one of several trying to extinguish heavy fire on a back deck, KETV reported.

While they were battling the blaze, officials say a power line fell onto a metal fence, which shocked a firefighter, who was transported to Bergan Mercy Hospital. Recovery is expected. 

No civilians were injured. 

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