VILLAS – Lower Township firefighters responded to a smoke-filled residence in the 100 block Oregon Avenue at 4:11 p.m. March 18.
Assistant Chief Bryan arrived confirming a one story, wood frame, single family dwelling with smoke showing throughout. Green Creek Fire Company was requested for a rapid intervention crew (RIC) assignment. Initial arriving units stretched lines in service to find an active fire in the kitchen area. Engine 656 Crew was able to contain the fire to the room of origin with smoke damage throughout the residence. The dwelling was unoccupied at the time.
Two dogs and three cats were discovered deceased, but with additional efforts made from Erma Fire Company’s Captain Bill Sczemsack and Firefighter Jeff Lagg, one dog was resuscitated by mouth to snout rescue breathing and pressurized O2. The dog was transported by animal control to a local animal hospital.
The Cape May County Fire Marshal responded to the scene to ascertain the cause of the incident and it remains under investigation.
Family and friends created a donation fund for the family who owns this dwelling. To donate, go to:
http://www.gofundme.com/7o3wgc
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