A Firefighter's Brave Stand: When Buildings Fail

A firefighter's job is tough. It's not just about putting out fires. It's about staying calm when things go wrong. Like when a roof caves in. That's what happened in Gwinnett County. It was Saturday night. Around 7:15 PM, emergency calls flooded in. Flames were shooting out of BenchMark Physical Therapy. Firefighters rushed to the scene. They saw the roof was on fire. Nine firefighters went inside to search. Two hose lines were set up to fight the blaze. But then, the roof collapsed. One firefighter was hurt. The other nine had to get out fast. It's a reminder of how dangerous firefighting can be. Buildings can fail. But firefighters keep going. This isn't just about a fire. It's about the risks firefighters take every day. They put their lives on the line. For us. For our safety. It's something to think about next time you see a fire truck.