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| Dogs rescued from fire near Vestaburg |
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| Written by Andy Kraft |
| Sunday, 09 August 2009 13:54 |
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Elisabeth Waldon - The Daily News Staff Writer FERRIS TOWNSHIP - When Michelle Donley came home from the store Friday morning and saw her house was on fire, she immediately thought of her six Chihauhaus. Donley rushed into the home and was able to rescue five of the dogs before the blaze became too hot. However, the sixth dog emerged from the rubble five hours later, covered in dirt and soot, but unharmed. The Richland Township Fire Department responded to the blaze around 9 a.m. at 5606 Bollinger Road. The Day Township Fire Department was immediately called for mutual aid and Crystal Township firefighters later were called for an air truck and manpower. According to Richland Township Fire Chief Calvin Callison, firefighters used about 15,000 gallons of water to fight the blaze. They cleared the scene at about 2 p.m. "It was just a real tough fire," he said. The blaze destroyed most of the house. While the cause of the fire is unknown, it is believed to have originated upstairs. Donley and her husband, Gerald, lost most of their belongings, including all their clothes. Anyone wishing to donate to the Donleys or their dogs may call their daughter, Lisa, at (989) 620-4722. |
