Fern Creek firefighter injured while fighting house fire in Highview neighborhood, officials say

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) – A firefighter was injured on Saturday while responding to a house fire in the Highview neighborhood, officials say.

According to Fern Creek Fire, firefighters responded to a structure fire at around 7:30 p.m. in the 7200 block of Apple Mill Road on Saturday, Nov. 22. At the scene, first responders found smoke coming from the home.

While fighting the fire, a Fern Creek firefighter fell through burnt flooring and was injured. They were taken to a local hospital and are expected to recover from what appear to be minor injuries.

None of the occupants of the home were injured…

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