House fire in Wyoming kills dog and two cats

A house fire in Wyoming, Michigan, caused a tragic loss for a family on Thursday night. The fire started in the garage and quickly spread throughout the home, affecting multiple vehicles parked outside. Firefighters received the emergency call around 10:15 PM. When they arrived, flames were engulfing the front of the house. Fortunately, the family managed to escape safely before the fire damaged the interior. However, their dog and two cats did not survive. Fire officials praised the quick response of their team. They worked hard to prevent the fire from reaching nearby homes. Brad Dornbos, a fire inspector, called the incident “devastating,” especially because of the loss of family pets. The West Michigan Chapter of the American Red Cross is assisting the affected family. Firefighters confirmed that working smoke alarms were present in the house, and they are currently investigating the cause of the fire. Minor injuries were treated on-site, but everyone was released. The Wyoming Fire Department has encouraged residents to reach out if they need smoke alarms. Those who have more information about the incident can contact the fire investigator for assistance.