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smoke, her family immediately contacted Citrus County Fire Rescue, and the Engine 24

crew from Floral City responded. Firefighters found a problem with the AC unit outside

of the home. Worried that the problem might continue, firefighters installed smoke alarms

inside the residence to ensure the family s safety. The landlord arranged to have the AC unit

checked and thought the problem was taken care of. However, during the night while mem-

bers of the household were sleeping, the smoke alarms went off, waking everyone to a home

on fire, filled with smoke.

Ms. Tucker, her 9 month-old grandson, a family friend (Michael), and five of their

six dogs frantically escaped from the home. Felicia Tucker, who wasn't home when the

fire started, drove up to her home to find her loved ones outside and the residence burn-

ing. Engine 14 from Citrus Springs arrived and extinguished the fire. Firefighter Raymond

Gladwell found the dog, Lilly, in good condition in a back bedroom. Animal Control Officer

Tina Andes checked all the dogs and determined they were okay.

In an attempt to save Lilly, family friend Michael broke out a window, which

Mike Prendergast, Citrus Sheriff-Elect greets "Mrs. Claus" at last week's shop with a cop event

caused a large gash to his arm that required a trip to a local hospital and a number of stitches

in Homosassa. One year ago on Wed., December 10, 2015 the Citrus County Sheriff's Office,

to close. The family stayed in a tent, Friday night, while waiting for the Red Cross to help

made an arrest during the annual "Shop With a Cop" charitable event held at the Lecanto

them with shelter, as the structure is no longer safe to live in.

Walmart. Grant Scott Timm (then 35), of Lecanto, brazenly attempted to steal several items

from the store while approximately 20 deputies were inside the store, taking part in the

event. Mr. Timm was charged with retail petit theft (meat and bicycle equipment valued at

$38.13) and possession of a controlled substance. Photo courtesy CCSO.

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Damage to Hernando rental home razed by fire, that was likely caused by the air conditioning

unit. Five dogs escaped early from the Hernando house fire, Friday night. One dog, Lilly, was

found in a back bedroom and rescued by firefighter Raymond Gladwell. Photos provided by

Felicia Tucker, who lives in the home that burned.

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