A deputy from the Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department has been recognized for his courageous actions after rescuing a family cat from a house engulfed in flames early Sunday morning. According to WKRN News 2, the incident occurred shortly after 4 a.m. on October 26 at a residence located on Beasley Road. Upon arrival, Deputy Bret Burleson encountered a scene where flames were erupting from the roof and smoke alarms were blaring.
In a remarkable display of bravery, body camera footage captured the moment Burleson, alongside the homeowner, ventured into the burning structure in search of the family pet. They discovered the terrified orange cat cowering in a bedroom and promptly carried it to safety as the fire continued to rage around them. Sheriff John Myers expressed his pride in the deputies’ quick response and their readiness to confront perilous situations. As the investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing, it is noteworthy that there were no reported injuries in this alarming incident.