A firefighter was injured during a response to a dwelling fire in Summit Hill on Tuesday.

According to Diligence Fire Company No. 1, which posted the report to its Facebook page, at 5:45 p.m. the fire company was dispatched to 317 E. Hazard St. for a reported fire in an occupied dwelling.

Upon arrival, a fire officer discovered a fire at the rear of the residence that had extended into the wall of an enclosed exterior porch.

Firefighters then began opening the affected wall and used a pressurized water extinguisher to contain the fire while a water supply was established from the front of the property.

Lansford and Coaldale fire departments assisted with checking the second and third floors for possible fire extension, the post stated, adding that the blaze had been contained to the lower level and had not reached the upper floors.

A ventilation fan was placed at the front entrance to clear the smoke from the residence. The adjoining residence was also checked and had minor lingering smoky conditions but no damage.

Due to the apparent circumstances surrounding the fire, the Pennsylvania State Police Fire Marshal’s Unit from the Hazleton barracks was requested to respond. The fire remains under investigation by the Summit Hill Police Department and the state police.

PPL Electric Utilities was also requested to disconnect electrical service to the affected residence.

During operations, one firefighter sustained a minor injury and was evaluated on scene by Lehighton Ambulance personnel. The firefighter was cleared and returned to service.

The fire department thanked neighboring fire companies and emergency services for a quick response.

“Incidents like this demonstrate the importance of strong working relationships between neighboring fire departments and emergency services,” the department posted. “The coordinated efforts of everyone involved allowed crews to quickly contain the fire, check for extension, and address the smoke conditions throughout the affected properties.”