Two firefighters suffered minor injuries when they fell through a floor into the basement of a home in Oakland, Tuesday. According to a statement from Fire Chief Brant Miller on the Oakland Fire and Rescue Facebook page, “Oakland, Carson and Hancock fire departments were requested at approximately 9:40 PM [Tuesday] for a residential fire on Gates St. in Oakland. Crews encountered heavy fire at the rear of the residence on arrival. The fire on the exterior of the structure was knocked down and crews Entered the residence to attack the fire on the inside.

“It was during this time that a portion of the floor collapsed, and two firefighters went into the basement. A Mayday was called and rescue For the firefighters was initiated. They were fortunately able to self rescue for the most part and were able to exit the structure. Both were transported to the hospital for evaluation and they suffered only minor injuries.”

The house was a total loss. The cause of the blaze was under investigation.