DUBLIN firefighters have been deemed as heroes after rescuing a cat from a blaze that posed severe danger.
Firefighters from Dolphins Barn in Dublin were called out following reports of a house fire in Ballyfermot.
While dealing with the blaze, firefighters were alerted to a cat who needed to be rescued.
The cat was located by a BA crew, but was unconscious once it was found.
One firefighter placed a pet oxygen mask on the cat, whose name is Biscuit, in an effort to bring the tiny animal back to consciousness.
After only 10 minutes, Biscuit was right as rain and back snuggling into its owner.
Dublin Fire Brigade said: “Firefighters from Dolphins Barn rescued Biscuit from a house fire in Ballyfermot yesterday evening.
“The cat was located by a BA crew and was unconscious.
“Firefighter “Paw”amedic Carrick placed a pet oxygen mask on Biscuit and after 10 minutes, Biscuit was snuggling into it’s owner.”
They added that a dog and a budgie were also rescued in the fire but they didn’t require the need of extra oxygen.
They said: “A budgie and dog were also taken to safety but didn’t require oxygen therapy.”
Many took to the comments of the social media post to praise the “heroes” for their lifesaving work.
One person wrote: “Well done all. You’re an amazing bunch and I love this new initiative.
“Animals can be a great support to people who’ve gone through a devastating event such as losing their home to fire.”
Another said: “Thank you for saving Biscuit and the other animals! Firefighters are heroes.”
A third added: “This is wonderful! Thank you.”
TRIALLING PET OXYGEN MASKS
While a fourth said: “Thank You – it restores one’s faith in human nature when you hear stories like this.”
Dublin Fire Brigade are currently trialling new pet oxygen masks in case of a similar emergency.
They have now been placed on nine appliances across two districts in Dublin.
Dublin Fire Brigade added: “We are trialling pet oxygen masks, which are on 9 fire appliances, in two districts.
“We are working with Village Vets to introduce them across the city.
“A”meeow”zing result!”
Dublin Fire Brigade are currently trialling new pet oxygen masks in case of a similar emergency[/caption]
