A Lilburn man died after going back into his burning home to save the family dog, just moments after making sure his mother got out safely, Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services said.
Firefighters were called to a house fire Sunday in the 200 block of Sandra Drive just after 6:20 p.m., after a 911 caller reported the home was burning and people were still inside. When crews arrived, they found a heavy fire at the two-story house and were told a man was still inside.
Lilburn police officers helped secure the scene as firefighters rescued one victim from the entryway of the home. Crews then encountered the intense fire in the garage and main living area, which had spread into the attic. Firefighters used multiple hose lines to knock down the flames and searched the home, finding no other victims inside.
Investigators said two people were home when the fire started. One occupant noticed the fire and woke his mother so they could evacuate. A neighbor helped the mother get out of the house before firefighters arrived. After she was safely outside, the son went back inside to rescue the family dog. Officials said he was overcome by heavy smoke and did not survive…