Dallas, Texas — A tragic house fire in a quiet Dallas neighborhood claimed the life of a man in his 70s after he re-entered his burning home in a desperate attempt to rescue his wife, according to officials with Dallas Fire-Rescue.
The fire broke out just before noon Monday at a residence in the 1200 block of Whispering Trail, prompting a 911 call from a mail carrier who noticed smoke and flames coming from the home and believed people were still inside.
Fire crews arrived to find active smoke and fire conditions and immediately began rescue efforts after learning occupants were trapped inside.
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According to Dallas Fire-Rescue, firefighters were able to locate and rescue the woman, also in her 70s, from a bedroom near the front of the house. She was pulled to safety and transported for medical care…