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Springfield firefighter saves dog in house fire

By Ethan Holesha,

14 hours ago

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — One Springfield firefighter may have saved the life of a local family’s beloved pet.

Thursday morning, Local 37 firefighters responded to reports of a house fire in the 2000 block of Henley.

While on the scene, Springfield Firefighter Josh Beard found the family’s dog and was able to safely bring him out while conducting a search of the house.

The dog had been found in the basement by Beard, and Springfield Fire Fighters Local 37 said the family was “more than appreciative” that he was brought out safely.

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dilligaf

11h ago

ibe saved dozens of animals can i get my big dumbass face on tv too

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