Neighbor's quick 911 call leads to dog rescue by Roswell Fire
ROSWELL, Ga. - Roswell firefighters rescued a family dog and quickly put out a house fire on Ashton Drive Sunday evening after a vigilant neighbor called 911.
Firefighters tackle Ashton Drive home fire
What we know:
Roswell Fire Department crews responded to a report of a house fire on Ashton Drive at 6:27 p.m. Sunday.
A neighbor called 911 after seeing smoke coming from the roof vents of the two-story home.
The first crew arrived within six minutes and discovered active flames on the first floor.
Firefighters searched the structure, rescued one dog, and safely reunited the animal with its family.
No residents were inside the home when the fire started, and officials reported no injuries.
Roswell police and local agencies assist
Local perspective:
The City of Milton Fire Department, the Milton Fire Corps Volunteers, and the Alpharetta Fire Corps Volunteers provided assistance during the response. Georgia Power and Atlanta Gas Light also responded to the scene, while the Roswell Police Department managed traffic and maintained scene safety.
Official cause remains under review
What we don't know:
Fire officials have not yet determined what caused the blaze, as the investigation remains ongoing.
Importance of neighbor vigilance and alarms
Why you should care:
Fire officials noted that the neighbor's early 911 call allowed crews to arrive quickly and limit damage.
Department leaders encourage community members to call 911 immediately if they see or smell smoke and remind residents to test smoke alarms monthly and replace batteries at least once a year.
The Source: The information in this story was gathered from the Roswell Fire Department, who published an official public report and photos detailing their response to the Ashton Drive home fire.