4 Pittsburgh firefighters injured in crash with SUV
Around 10:30 a.m., the Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire's Engine 19 was involved in a collision with an SUV at the intersection of Graham Boulevard and William Penn Highway while responding to a call in Wilkinsburg.
The engine was responding to an emergency call when the incident occurred, per a media release from Pittsburgh Public Safety.
Four firefighters sustained minor injuries and were transported to an area hospital in stable condition. Three occupants inside the SUV were also transported to a hospital.
The Churchill Police Department also responded to the scene.
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