House Fire in Palm Coast Kills 4 Pets, Hospitalizes Resident

A house fire in Palm Coast, Florida, on Friday resulted in the tragic deaths of four pets and the hospitalization of a resident due to significant smoke inhalation. Firefighters responded around 1:03 a.m. to find heavy flames and thick smoke emanating from the rear of the home, which was reported to have originated on the pool deck. Although all human occupants escaped, one resident attempted to rescue the pets but was overcome by smoke and subsequently transported to the hospital, where they are in stable condition. The Palm Coast Fire Department and Flagler County Fire Rescue deployed multiple units to combat the blaze, which had spread into the attic. The State Fire Marshal's Office is now investigating the cause of the fire, while the Red Cross has been contacted to assist the affected family. This incident highlights the dangers of residential fires and the risks taken by individuals to save their pets.