Local Firefighters Rescue Dog from Burning Home

A house fire in Curitiba's Bairro Alto neighborhood on Sunday afternoon resulted in the dramatic rescue of a dog named Latifa by local firefighters. The family was unable to retrieve Latifa due to the intensity of the fire, but firefighters quickly entered the burning building and rescued the dog. "The family was understandably frantic," stated a firefighter on the scene, "but we were able to get Latifa out safely." Latifa received oxygen at the scene and is now recovering. A family member also suffered from smoke inhalation but was treated and released. The incident highlights the quick response and dedication of Curitiba's firefighters.