Per DFD Media Release
A fire in a residental home at 156 Laramie Circle on Monday night resulted in moderate damage to the home but did extensive damage to the kitchen. The occupants were able to get out of the house safely but their pet dachshund whose name was Jr. was still inside when fire crews arrived. A neighbor notified command that the dog was still inside at which time command notified inside fire crews that Jr. was still in the house. With the help of a thermal imaging camera the dog was located and brought outside of the structure. Crews then administered oxygen to the dog. He appeared too be in good spirits, barking and wagging his tail. A successful rescue for Jr.
The Danville Fire Department received the call at 1036p.m. and responded with units from the Bridge St., Industrial Ave., Westover Dr., and West Main St. Stations. In all, three engines, one aerial truck, and three support vehicles responded with a total of 18 personnel.
The crew of Engine 4 entered the home and proceeded to the kitchen where they encountered heavy heat and smoke. Smoke had spread throughout the complex which made visibility almost imposible.They were also able to determine that the fire was moving into the attic area. The fire appeared to have started from unattended cooking, but smoke damage was throughout the house. The crew from Ladder 1 was sent to the house to assist with smoke removal, utility control, and rescue. Engine 6 assisted with medical treatment along with personnel from Engine 3. Engines 6 along with Ladder 1 responded for support and manpower. All crews had to search two floors.
Guided by the interior crews, the Ladder crew along with Engine 4 and 3 assisted with searching the home to insure there were no additional people were inside, none found. There were no firefighter or civilian injuries.
The cause and origin of the fire was unattended cooking and was investigated by the Danville Fire Department.
Firefighters remained on scene for 1 hour 26 minutes
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