Man, Dog Rescued From Accidental House Fire In Lawrenceville

LAWRENCEVILLE, GA — A man and a dog were rescued from an accidental electrical house fire Wednesday morning in the 3500 block of River Drive, Gwinnett County fire officials said.

Firefighters responded around 2:45 a.m. to the Lawrenceville fire after a 911 caller indicated her brother was still inside of the burning home, Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Service said.

When crews arrived, they began searching for the man, fire officials said. Firefighters were able to save to the man and a dog, who both received medical aid, fire officials said.

As crews battled the flames, fire officials said the house's first floor partially collapsed and comprised the structural integrity of a back deck. The fire was finally extinguished around 3:30 a.m., fire officials said.

The man who was rescued had injuries that were not life threatening and was taken to a local hospital, fire officials said. Additionally, two adults were treated for non-threatening injuries and were released at the scene, fire officials said.

The dog received oxygen through a pet mask before being released to homeowners, fire officials said.

Four people were displaced due to the fire, which was accidentally caused and was electrical in nature, fire officials said. The American Red Cross is assisting them.

"This incident emphasizes the importance of practicing fire escape drills in the home and having a common meeting place, such as the mailbox or a tree. Our community fire educators are available to help residents develop safe practices around the home," fire officials said in a news release.