Injured Tulsa Firefighter Out Of ICU

The Tulsa firefighter who was injured fighting a fire on New Year's Eve was released from the Intensive Care Unit Wednesday.

Wednesday, January 4th 2012, 6:09 pm

By: News On 6


The Tulsa firefighter who was injured fighting a fire on New Year's Eve was released from the Intensive Care Unit Wednesday.

James O'Neal was nearly killed but brought back to life at the scene of that fire that was intentionally set.

Investigators are now looking into the possibility a part of his breathing apparatus malfunctioned.

01/03/2012 Related Story: Equipment Failure May Have Caused Tulsa Firefighter's Injuries

O'Neal is off a ventilator and has been able to talk with his family. He is expected to remain in the hospital for several more days.

If you know who set the fire, call 918-596-2776. Your tip could earn you a $3,500 cash reward.

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