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Good Samaritans Assist Neighbor And Pets During House Fire
Firefighters were called out Tuesday afternoon for a reported house fire near 47th Avenue and Bethany Home Road in Glendale. Fire engines arrived just a few minutes after 9-1-1 was called. Firefighters noticed flames and heavy black smoke coming from the roof of the single story home as soon as they turned the corner and approached the house. Firefighters immediately entered the home with hose lines and performed aggressive but safe search and rescue tactics while locating the fire and putting it out.
Prior to the arrival of firefighters, a neighbor and a passer-by saw smoke coming from the roof of the house and entered the front door and noticed the resident lying just a few feet inside the home. They brought the man to his feet and helped him safely exit the home. Several dogs and cats also made it out safely. “I know any of my neighbors would have done the same for me,” said neighbor Danny Borgstadt. “We have pets and I hope someone would do the same for my family,” said passer-by Angela Hosman. “What Mr. Borgstadt and Ms. Hosman did truly was heroic,” said Glendale Firefighter Daniel Valenzuela. “They truly are good Samaritans in every sense of the definition,” Valenzuela added. “It is extremely dangerous to enter a home that is on fire. Their actions contributed to the home owner and his pets making it out safely, Valenzuela said. “The Glendale Fire Department reminds the community; in a situation involving fire please get out, stay out and call 9-1-1. Firefighters will be there in just a few minutes,” Valenzuela said.
Fire Investigators believe this was an accidental cooking fire. The estimated damage figure is $75,000. Following these cooking fire safety tips from the U.S. Fire Administration will add to the safety of your home and your family;
- Never leave cooking unattended. A serious fire can start in just seconds.
- Always wear short or tight-fighting sleeves when you cook.
- Keep towels, pot holders and curtains away from flames.
- Never use the range or oven to heat your home. Double-check the kitchen before you go to bed or leave the house.
