Brave First Responders Save Dog From Smoke-Filled Belmar Home During Afternoon Fire

The community and family were thrilled when Belmar firefighters saved a puppy from a house fire this week.

A Briarwood Road house burned before 5 p.m. on December 5. Rescuers came minutes after the structure smoked heavily. First responders must act quickly if two dogs are inside.

Firefighters spotted German Shepherd Luca in a cabinet on the first floor of a smoke-filled residence. Wall Township EMS saved the dog from flames. Belmar cops found the second dog unharmed outside.

Exposure to smoke Red Bank Animal Hospital must treat Luca immediately. Air and quick medical attention should heal the dog. Hope comforted rescuers and family.

Authorities said residents and first responders were well. Police, EMS, and firefighters intervened fast to prevent disaster.

Firefighters and the Monmouth County Fire Marshal investigate. Teams set up hotspots for hours before guests arrived.

Locals applaud first responders for Luca’s quick rescue. Several neighbors said the rescue showed New Jersey’s emergency services’ dedication.