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[Georgealbert]

 

 

In the early hours of October 30, a fire broke out in a two-story wooden and concrete house on Soi U-Thong 18, Praeksa Road, in Samut Prakan’s Mueang district. Prompted by a vigilant American Bully dog barking incessantly, nearby residents sprang into action, alerting authorities and helping to ensure the safety of the home’s elderly owner.

 

At approximately 02:10 officers from the Samut Prakan Police Station received an emergency call about a house fire. Local fire trucks and rescue teams from Bang Pu Municipality and the Ruamkatanyu Foundation were quickly dispatched. On arrival, they encountered intense flames engulfing the house, with thick smoke billowing into the night. Firefighters worked for over an hour to bring the fire under control, but the blaze had already consumed the entire structure.

 

The 71-year-old homeowner, Ms. Chalor, who has some hearing impairments, recounted that she was asleep upstairs when awoken by the commotion outside and she detected a strong odour of smoke. Alarmed, she made her way downstairs to discover flames spreading from the lower level. Fleeing through a nearby window assisted by her neighbours, she escaped unharmed, though visibly shaken. She reported having no gas appliances in use inside the home, relying only on a charcoal stove outside, and had only her refrigerator plugged in.

 

Neighbour Ms. Thanida, 29, who owns the American Bully dog that initially detected the fire, explained how her dog’s persistent barking alerted her and her partner. When they went outside, they saw flames erupting next door. “We quickly called the authorities, helped Ms Chalor and tried to contain the fire with a garden hose, but the flames were too intense and spread quickly,” Ms. Thanida explained.

 

Though the exact cause of the fire remains undetermined, heavy rains and thunderstorms were reported in the area that night. Ms. Chalor suspects the fire might have been triggered by lightning. However, other neighbours, including Mr. Arun, 56, who was also woken by the commotion, noted that while it was raining lightly, he didn’t recall hearing any thunder or lightning.

 

Authorities have secured the scene and documented evidence. Further investigation, including a forensic assessment, is underway to determine the precise cause of the fire.

 

Picture from responders.

 

-- 2024-10-30

 

 

[MalcolmB]

11 minutes ago, Georgealbert said:

Neighbour Ms. Thanida, 29, who owns the American Bully dog that initially detected the fire, explained how her dog’s persistent barking alerted her and her partner.

Sounds like a good owner.

 

No such thing as a bad dog breed, just bad dog owners.

[chickenslegs]

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[sungod]

27 minutes ago, MalcolmB said:

Sounds like a good owner.

 

No such thing as a bad dog breed, just bad dog owners.

 

Yes, if this poor dog had been put down as all the Thai visa members are crying for, this poor lady would be dead. Bravo Fido!