Mayday, Two Chicago Firefighters Run Low on Air

Chicago Fire Department

Two Chicago firefighters were injured and taken to the hospital after they ran low on air and sent out a mayday call, reports CBS Chicago.

The two firefighters were searching the building and due to poor visibility couldn’t find the exit. 

The firefighters were taken to the hospital in good condition.

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