Go Fund Me account established for 911 dispatcher who lost home in Dayton fire
A 911 dispatcher and her husband lost their home Monday in a Dayton structure fire. A Go Fund Me account has been established to help the couple as they work through their loss.
On Monday, July 8, 2019 the couple, Maria and Chad and 5 rescue dogs and 3 cats lost their home to the fire. It has been deemed a complete loss, and Maria and her husband lost everything. Maria is a 911 dispatcher for Douglas County and was at work at the time of the fire.
Her husband and all the animals were able to vacate the house safely, according to the Go Fund Me page. Maria not only is a first, first responder, she also rescues dogs and rehabilitates and re-homes them.
"She also trains certain dogs to be service dogs. Maria and her husband Chad have the biggest hearts and are very caring people who would do anything for anyone," said Kristin Oilar, who established the account. "We are asking for prayers and any donations that you can spare to help this family try to get back on their feet."
Go here to contribute to the Go Fund Me account.
Shortly after 1 p.m. Monday, July 8, Central Lyon Fire responded to a reported structure fire in the area of Hidden Oak Drive in the Mark Twain District. Upon arrival, Central Lyon Fire crews reported heavy smoke coming from the attic space of a residence.
Crews evacuated the residence and aggressively attacked the fire containing it to the one residence. Due to increased winds and duration of fire growth, the residence sustained major damage and two occupants were displaced along with their pets.
One occupant was assessed for smoke inhalation on scene and no other injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is currently being investigated.
Neighboring agencies, Storey County Fire, Carson City Fire, North Lyon Fire protection district and East Fork Fire and paramedic districts provided assistance to Central Lyon Fire.