Read the latest positive news, breakthroughs, and inspiring stories about life saving rescue, curated daily by BrightWire.
A West Babylon firefighter rushed into a smoke-filled home without protective gear to save an unconscious resident trapped inside. Peter Daniele's January rescue earned him Suffolk County's Firefighter of the Year honor.
When British racing driver Ollie Millroy was trapped in his burning Ferrari after a crash in Shanghai, fellow racer Loek Hartog didn't hesitate to pull him from the flames. Now recovering in hospital, Millroy credits the 23-year-old Dutchman with saving his life through perfectly executed heroism.
When flames trapped residents on the third floor of a Burbank apartment building at dawn, firefighters risked everything to bring them home safely. Their bravery earned them the city's highest honors.
A 69-year-old former Long Island firefighter survived cardiac arrest thanks to quick-thinking bystanders who performed CPR. Months later, he returned to thank his heroes and promote life-saving training.
A quick-thinking passerby and a San Mateo officer equipped with an AED brought a man in cardiac arrest back to life on a trail at Coyote Point. The rescue showcases how emergency equipment in every patrol car can mean the difference between life and death.
When her grandmother fell and hit her head, Nova Hallett didn't panic. The Beaverton preschooler ran for help, found a neighbor, and calmly guided first responders to save her grandma's life.
Huntsville Fire & Rescue honored 39 heroes who saved lives including a 20-day-old baby and a 3-year-old in cardiac arrest. The department also promoted 20 firefighters to leadership positions.
Huntsville Fire & Rescue honored 39 firefighters who saved lives in seven dramatic rescues, including a 20-day-old infant in cardiac arrest and a child dropped from a burning building. The heroes caught falling children, performed CPR under extreme conditions, and pulled victims from flames.
