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Man Rescued From Flames by Quick-Thinking Deputies
3 Aug
Summary
- Deputies rescued a homeowner trapped on a back patio by flames.
- A passing motorist reported smoke, leading to the deputies' arrival.
- Fire departments extinguished the blaze; no injuries were reported.
Sheriff's deputies in Florida performed a dramatic rescue on July 29, saving a homeowner from a house fire. The incident began when a passing motorist observed smoke emanating from a residence on Westmoreland Drive in Palm Coast and promptly called 911.
Upon arrival, deputies discovered thick, black smoke issuing from the front of the home. They located the homeowner on the back patio, in close proximity to the encroaching flames and experiencing mobility issues.
While one deputy used a fire extinguisher to suppress the fire, others assisted the resident to safety. The Palm Coast Fire Department and Flagler County Fire Rescue arrived shortly after and successfully extinguished the fire. Fortunately, no injuries were reported during the event.
