November 13, 2024

Buckeye firefighter ‘electrocuted’ in ‘porta potty’ fire

Buckeye Fire Department

At 5 p.m. yesterday, Buckeye Fire Medical Rescue Department along with units from AFMA worked to extinguish a house fire at 504 E. South Ave. in Buckeye.

The fire started in a "porta potty" and extended to a residential occupancy, officials said.

Firefighters gained fire control quickly and while overhauling the structure a Buckeye firefighter contacted a live wire and was electrocuted. The firefighter is stable after being transported to a Valley Wise burn center for definitive medical evaluation. 

Three family members have been displaced. Red Cross is assisting with securing shelter.

The cause and origin are under investigation. 

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