South Path Fireplace & Rescue reunites home-owner with pets after residential hearth

FORT MYERS, Fla — The South Path Fireplace Safety & Rescue Service District responded to a residential hearth on Tuesday January third 2023 round 5:15am. Upon arrival they sound smoke coming from all 4 sides of the residence with a hearth inside.

Three of the residents self evacuated together with their three canine however couldn’t get to their cat and birds that have been nonetheless inside with the fireplace.

After the fireplace was extinguished, the STFD crews discovered the cat and the birds and introduced them outdoors to security. The home-owner was then reunited with their pets.

Just one individual was reported to have minor accidents and was handled on scene. The STFD are nonetheless investigation the scene. The Pink Cross was additionally known as to help the residents and their pets.