WATCH: Wall of Burning Townhome Falls on Firefighters

Eight firefighters were injured when the front of a burning townhome collapsed onto them. 

Firefighters were called to the 3-alarm fire on Churubusco Lane about 1 a.m. Monday. When they arrived, they found the townhome completely engulfed in flames. 

Video from the scene shows firefighters battling the fire from the front of the home when they front wall collapsed on top of them. Police and fire crews rushed to help the trapped firefighters. 

Fire officials say eight firefighters were transported to the hospital. They are expected to be OK. 

About 20 people were displ aced by the fire.

The cause of the fire is under investigation. 

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