After weeks in hospital, Houston firefighter hurt in Sunnyside blaze heads home

After 24 days in the hospital, Houston firefighter Jonathan Guzman is finally heading home. Guzman was seriously injured while battling an apartment fire in Sunnyside on January 7, but thanks to quick action from his fellow firefighters and the care he received at Memorial Hermann, he’s now on the road to recovery.

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What happened?

Fire crews arrived on the scene fast—within six minutes—and immediately began working to control the fire. But during the operation, the Houston Fire Department says a MAYDAY was called, and the firefighters needed to be rescued by their fellow crew members. That quick response was crucial, and a second alarm was actually canceled as a result of the swift rescue.

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Alongside Guzman, Senior Captain Edward Escamilla and Firefighter Darren Jones were also injured and transported to the hospital. Thankfully, all three were awake and alert when they arrived, and they received care for burns sustained during the fire.

Looking ahead

We’re happy to report that Jonathan Guzman is out of the hospital and continuing to recover, and the community is right there with him, showing their support.