One Holmdel firefighter was injured in a fall through a floor and another suffered smoke inhalation in a house fire that erupted Saturday morning.
According to the web site NJAdvanceMedia.com, the firefighters suffered non-life-threatening injuries and were taken to the Bayshore Medical Center for evaluation and treatment.
Both firefighters were treated on scene before being taken to Bayshore Medical Center for further evaluation.
"My thoughts and prayers are with the injured fire fighters and their families," Holmdel Township Mayor Tom Critelli said in a statement.
"Due to their bravery, and the valor and swift action displayed by their fellow responders, this blaze was contained before further damage could be done. On behalf of our community I thank all of the fire departments, first aid units, and police officers on site for their heroic efforts."
The cause of the blaze is under investigation by local, county and state officials.
