Dramatic Rescue: Tucson Firefighters Escape Building Collapse

Tucson Firefighters Escape Unharmed as Building Roof Collapses During Blaze A dramatic incident unfolded Friday afternoon in Tucson, Arizona, when the roof of a building collapsed while firefighters were battling a blaze. The incident, which occurred at an abandoned gas station, was caught on camera and shows firefighters narrowly escaping serious injury. "Terrifying moments for the Tucson Fire Department," stated the Fox 10 Phoenix news report accompanying the video. The video shows firefighters working to extinguish the flames when, suddenly, the roof gives way in a cloud of smoke and debris. Despite the danger, firefighters were able to evacuate the building safely and without major injury. Tucson Fire Department officials say the fire was caused by homeless activity. The quick response and preparedness of the firefighters prevented what could have been a much more tragic outcome. The incident serves as a reminder of the inherent risks faced by firefighters daily and the importance of community efforts to prevent such incidents.