LUDLOW, Vt. — Two Ludlow residents escaped harm in a fire, thanks to the actions of a family dog. The Ludlow Fire Department responded at approximately 8:45 p.m. on April 11 to a reported structure fire at 701 Vt. Route 100 in Ludlow. The occupants of the residence, friends of owner Brian Ohare, called 911 after noticing the family dog acting strange, and finding smoke and fire in the attached garage, according to the Vermont State Police Division of Fire Safety Investigation Unit.
Personnel found fire in the attached garage already through the roof and working towards the interior of the house. Crews were able to quickly knock down the fire and keep it from extending completely into the house portion. The building sustained moderate fire and water damage, but the garage was completely destroyed. Damage was estimated at approximately $200,000, according to VSP.
The fire was under control at 11:43 p.m. The two occupants were transported to be treated for smoke inhalation and released.
Ludlow Fire Chief Kolenda requested an origin and cause investigation of the fire. Investigators have determined that the fire cause was undetermined but originated in the garage near an appliance and several power cords. The fire is not considered to be suspicious.
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