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Hero Deputy Rescues Woman from Kitchen Fire in Florida

2/16/2026

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On February 16, 2026, Florida deputy Austin Graham rescued an unconscious woman from a burning house.
Body camera footage shows Graham entering the burning home and carrying the woman to safety.
The woman is hospitalized in serious condition but expected to recover.
The fire started accidentally in the kitchen.
The incident follows a Washington state house fire that killed about 40 dogs despite rescuing three.

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Story summary

On February 16, 2026, Florida deputy Austin Graham rescued an unconscious woman from a burning house.
Body camera footage shows Graham entering the burning home and carrying the woman to safety.
The woman is hospitalized in serious condition but expected to recover.
The fire started accidentally in the kitchen.
The incident follows a Washington state house fire that killed about 40 dogs despite rescuing three.