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Fire Officials' Gut-Wrenching Revelation to News Outlet: There Were No Operating Smoke Alarms in Fire That Killed 12 People

None of the four smoke detectors were working in a Philadelphia rowhouse fire in which 12 people died, officials said.

 By Jack Davis, The Western Journal  January 10, 2022

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Foster Fail' Dog Miraculously Saves Family of Six Just Before Christmas

The family lost most of their possessions but escaped with their lives, thanks to the 5-year-old dog that alerted them all to the danger.

 By Amanda Thomason, The Western Journal  January 9, 2022

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Family Trapped in Burning House Saved After Family Member Grabs Firefighter Through Barred Window

One managed to get out of the house unassisted, but the other six were stuck, waiting at the mercy of the blaze and first responders.

 By Amanda Thomason, The Western Journal  January 4, 2022

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Child Hospitalized After Attempting Dangerous TikTok Trend, Firefighters Reveal Accident

The 'whoosh bottle experiment' is an interesting and generally safe experiment - when performed properly and under adult supervision.

 By Amanda Thomason, The Western Journal  December 31, 2021

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After Seeing Bus Engulfed in Flames, Man Scrambles and Rescues 8: Gets Shock Surprise

'I am humbled by the response. It is something I never expected. My preoccupation on the day was to help and unfortunately got injured in the process.'

 By Amanda Thomason, The Western Journal  December 28, 2021

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Disgruntled Employee Detonates Workplace Explosion in Thailand After Feud with Boss

Thousands of liters of oil were lost in the blaze that consumed the warehouse, sending up fireballs and thick pillars of black smoke.

 By Amanda Thomason, The Western Journal  December 21, 2021

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Family Grateful After Stray Dog They Took in Saves Them from Fire: 'He Knew Something Wasn't Right'

'If it wasn’t for him, who knows what could’ve happened,' the homeowner said. 'I mean, it could’ve been way worse.'

 By Amanda Thomason, The Western Journal  December 10, 2021

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Man Accidentally Burns Down His Million-Dollar Home Fighting Snake Infestation

Needless to say, officials do not recommend using this method to combat unwelcome snakes, for reasons so clearly demonstrated in this case.

 By Amanda Thomason, The Western Journal  December 9, 2021

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After Fox News NYC Christmas Tree Goes Up in Flames, MSNBC Contributor Suggests It Was All a Hoax

'I worked for years literally next door to Fox news and I can't recall any night leaving and not seeing a guard outside Fox News.'

 By C. Douglas Golden, The Western Journal  December 9, 2021

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Dog Saves Former Police Chief as Fire Destroys Home

Mark Morris was able to get his dog, Boo, out right away, but he had to break out through a window, severely cutting and burning himself.

 By Amanda Thomason, The Western Journal  December 2, 2021

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Jogger Spots Smoke While on Run, Takes Immediate Action After Realizing What's Trapped Inside House

Thanks to a brave jogger and a Ring doorbell system, a family's home and pets were saved from a fire.

 By Amanda Thomason, The Western Journal  November 17, 2021

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Firefighter Makes Stunning Decision After Dog Rescued from Burning Building, Gets New 'Best Friend'

Thankfully for all involved, firefighter Malcolm Cortner had saved the mastiff once, and he was determined to save him again.

 By Amanda Thomason, The Western Journal  November 6, 2021

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When Fire Breaks Out in Home, 3-Year-Old Boy Hides Under Covers Until Deputy Makes Heroic Rescue

An older child might know to exit the home, call 911 or run to a neighbor, but the youngster hunkered down under the sheets on the bed.

 By Amanda Thomason, The Western Journal  October 23, 2021

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Woman Sitting in Broken-Down Car Doesn't Know It's on Fire: Good Samaritan Saves the Day

Thankfully, a passer-by noticed and stopped to tell her - and just in time, too. The front of the car was soon engulfed in flames.

 By Amanda Thomason, The Western Journal  October 20, 2021

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'He's Still Inside': Paramedic and Officer Team Up in Tense Rescue of Man Trapped in Burning Car

The paramedic was spraying down the car with a fire extinguisher and told the approaching officer that someone was still inside.

 By Amanda Thomason, The Western Journal  October 5, 2021

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Multiple Families Displaced in Wildfires Stunned After Monumental Random Act of Kindness

From 2018 to today, he's spent countless hours on the road taking a camper trailer to someone who just lost their home.

 By Amanda Thomason, The Western Journal  September 29, 2021

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Young Girl Saves Neighbors' Puppy After Noticing Something Strange Coming from House

Thanks to an 11-year-old girl's observation, quick actions and thorough description, Fiona was saved and the fire was extinguished.

 By Amanda Thomason, The Western Journal  September 13, 2021

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American Hero: Man Saves Neighbor from Fire 20 Years After Losing Family in Blaze

After calling 911, Collum went into the house himself, rescuing neighbor Deb Shanahan before first responders even arrived on the scene.

 By Amanda Thomason, The Western Journal  September 8, 2021

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Teen's Favorite TV Show Prompts Her to Investigate Burning Smell, Finds People Trapped in Apartment Fire

Her dad grabbed some ladders and headed to the apartment, where the residents were attempting to climb out.

 By Amanda Thomason, The Western Journal  September 3, 2021

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Senior Living Center Staff Immediately Evacuates Residents, Grabs Extinguishers When Fire Breaks Out Near Property

Armed with water and fire extinguishers, employees of the center stood in front of the tanks and waited, ready.

 By Amanda Thomason, The Western Journal  August 25, 2021