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Firefighter Critically Injured in Structure Fire on West Crystal Street in Chicago
CHICAGO, IL – A Chicago firefighter is in critical condition following a Mayday incident that occurred while battling a fire at a residence in the 5500 block of West Crystal Street, in the city’s Austin neighborhood.
According to Chicago Fire Department officials, the incident was reported, when a garage structure involved in the blaze partially collapsed.
A portion of the building struck one of the responding firefighters during operations inside the structure.
Immediate rescue efforts were launched by fellow firefighters on scene, and the injured member was quickly transported to Stroger Hospital in critical condition.
The cause of the fire and the circumstances surrounding the collapse are currently under investigation.
The thoughts and support of the department and the City of Chicago are with the injured firefighter and their loved ones during this challenging time.
Volusia County, Fla. — A 16-year-old boy has died after being found unresponsive in the Indian River during a weekend camping and fishing trip, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities identified the teen as Hunter McKelvin of Paisley. Deputies said he was discovered face-down in the water Saturday morning near a small island east of Maynard May Park in Edgewater.
Members of the group located the teen and immediately began CPR before transporting him by boat to Maynard May Park.
Upon arrival, officers with the Edgewater Police Department and other emergency responders took over life-saving efforts.
McKelvin was then transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased later that morning.
Investigators reported that no visible injuries were observed, and there were no immediate signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances during the initial investigation.
An autopsy has been scheduled as authorities continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident.