Firefighters Rescue Six Dogs From Burning Home in Washington
Firefighters said they rescued six dogs from a burning home while also facing “intense” summer heat in Washington, DC, on Tuesday, July 21.
The DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services department said firefighters dealt with “intense heat” and “cluttered” conditions while rescuing animals and people from the burning home. Officials said four residents and six dogs were displaced as a result of the fire on K Street.
The Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services in Washington said a heat emergency was issued on Tuesday due to a projected heat index of 103 F. Credit: DC Fire and EMS via Storyful
