United States - February 17, 2025 Macomb Township, MI – On Monday, February 17, 2025, at approximately 12:39PM, chaos erupted as Macomb County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) Deputies raced to a Fire Department assist call reporting a possible structure fire in the 46000 block of Brentwood Street. Smoke and flames billowed from a gas dryer in the home’s basement, as confirmed by a frantic caller who had already tethered the family dog outside before dialing 911, assuring dispatch no one else remained inside. Deputies arrived swiftly, ushering the caller into a patrol vehicle for warmth and safety as the situation intensified. But the drama escalated when Deputy Eric McCombs realized the tethered dog was still perilously close to the burning house. Without hesitation, he grabbed a leash from his vehicle and dashed to the side of the home. With remarkable calm amid the chaos, McCombs secured the frightened animal and bolted away from the engulfed structure, finally reuniting the dog with its owner in the safety of a patrol vehicle. The seamless coordination by Dispatch and the lightning-fast response of MCSO Deputies on scene proved lifesaving, protecting the two residents and their beloved pet from disaster. Yet, despite the valiant efforts of the Macomb Township Fire Department, the flames claimed victory, reducing the home to a tragic loss.