Dallas, Texas – A man suffered burn injuries due to a house fire and was promptly taken to the hospital for treatment. This incident occurred on Tuesday morning, as reported by Dallas Fire Rescue.
The emergency response team was called to a fire in the 9500 block of Castlefield Drive, a location situated near Bruton Road off of Interstate 12. On arrival, firefighters observed smoke billowing from the front window and door of the one-story residence. A crucial turn of events took place when firefighters found a neighbor at the scene, hose in hand, who had successfully extinguished the fire. This same neighbor was the one who initially alerted authorities by calling 911.
Dallas Fire Rescue officials discovered a man in his 50s inside the home with “unspecified burn injuries.” He received immediate medical attention and was taken to a hospital. The aftermath of the fire was primarily located in one of the house’s bedrooms.
After thorough investigation and discussions with both the firefighters and the heroic neighbor, it was deduced that the fire likely started accidentally. The cause is believed to be the man “smoking in the presence of home oxygen.” This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers associated with smoking near oxygen sources, which are highly flammable.
As of now, no further details have been released regarding this incident. The quick response of the neighbor and the emergency services played a crucial role in controlling the situation and preventing further harm.
