Firefighter injured after stairs collapse in Catskill home

'Everything froze' Catskill firefighter recounts moments staircase crumbled beneath him

Seconds matter when fighting fires, and on Sunday, what started as a routine response here on Grandview Ave. in Catskill took a dramatic turn.“Everything just f

Catskill firefighter survives fall through staircase in blaze (with video)

A Catskill firefighter survived a dramatic staircase collapse while battling a house fire on Grandview Ave. No major injuries reported; fire origin identified.

Firefighter falls 14 feet after staircase collapse inside burning home

A house fire response turned dangerous when stairs gave way inside, leading to a mayday call and a fast exit to safety, according to the Catskill Fire Company.

Firefighter injured after stairs collapse in Catskill home

A firefighter was injured after falling through the stairs during a house fire in Catskill Sunday morning. According to the Catskill Fire Company, the fire reportedly happened after 7 a.m.

Stairwell Collapse, Rescue Effort at Catskill, NY, House Fire

The mayday wasn't cleared after the firefighter escaped through a basement window, Catskill fire officers said.