A police officer rescued a woman from an apartment building that was on fire. The officer's actions are being praised. A woman was saved from the burning building by the officer.
What we know
- Patrolman Tirado helped evacuate the building before rescuing the woman.
- The fire is believed to have started when a resident improperly disposed of ashtray contents.
- Officials are warning residents to fully extinguish ashes before throwing them away.
- Residents are advised to get out immediately and stay away from the building if it catches fire.
- Firefighters and emergency personnel should be allowed to do their jobs without interference.
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