ST. GEORGE - A firefighter was taken to the hospital after experiencing a "medical emergency" while working a house fie on Mendocino Way, the St. George Fire Department said.Officials said the fire took place Wednesday at around 5:37 p.m.; firefighters arrived and say heavy fire showing from the fr ont of the home and extending through the roof.The residence sustained heat damage from the fire, crews confirmed that the fire had not extended into the neighboring structure.During the incident, a firefighter experienced a medical emergency and was evaluated by medical personnel already standing by at the scene, the fire department said. The firefighter was subsequently transported by East Baton Rouge EMS to a local hospital for further evaluation.Officials believe the fire was accidental in nature, but the exact cause is unknown at this time. One resident was displaced as a result of the fire.Permalink| Comments ...read more read less