15-03-2025
‘They were a blessing': Good Samaritans rescue 2 children from Tampa house fire
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A Tampa mother is grateful for the Good Samaritans who rescued her daughter and grandson from their burning home Friday.
According to Tampa Fire Rescue, the duplex at River Cove Street in the Sulphur Springs neighborhood caught fire around 1 p.m.
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Right after the house caught fire, two Good Samaritans jumped into action and pulled the children from the flames.
'They got my paralyzed daughter out, along with my dogs and my grandson,' said Marie Nobles. 'I was at work when I got the call.'
One person was injured with minor burns and transported to Tampa General Hospital for further evaluation.
Another person was also evaluated.
'They gave my daughter a wheelchair out of their house because her wheelchair is in the house,' Nobles said. 'That's the wheelchair they gave my baby.'
Firefighters were able to get the flames under control within 25 minutes.
Several dogs and cats were inside the home, including two birds that firefighters were able to rescue.
'Heroes come in all shapes, sizes, and colors,' said Nicole Harris. 'They were a blessing from God, and we appreciate that from the bottom of all our hearts. Thank you.'
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