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New Haven Firefighter Killed, Another Critically Injured Battling Early Morning Blaze

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (CBSNewYork) - A firefighter has been killed battling a blaze early Wednesday morning in New Haven.

Another firefighter has been taken to the hospital in critical condition.

The fire broke out around 1 a.m. on Valley Street, and crews managed to rescue a woman inside. But then there was a mayday call, and two firefighters were taken out of the building and rushed to the hospital.

New Haven's mayor says he'll provide more information later Wednesday morning.

Check back soon for more on this developing story.

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