Firefighters are easily recognizable as heroes in our society, stories like this one help drive that point home.

A crew with the Bakersfield Fire Department in California were called out to a residence and encountered heavy fire. Early reports said an explosion was heard.

A small dog named Jack was carried out by a firefighter and was unresponsive. Luckily, with the help of a specialized oxygen mask, the crew was able to revive him.

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