Three dogs perish in Hernando, FL camper fire
Citrus County Fire Rescue (CCFR)
Hernando, Florida - At 12:18 pm on Saturday afternoon, March 2, 2024, Citrus County Fire Rescue responded to a camper, located at a N. Sourgum Terrace, Hernando, Florida property, due to a reported fire.
Fire rescue personnel arrived at the location to find a pull behind-style camper fully involved with fire. A defensive attack was established to begin fire suppression. All occupants had already safely evacuated themselves from the camper. Once the fire was under control, firefighters conducted a search of the camper, and three dogs were found inside, deceased. No other injuries were sustained.
The fire was brought under control as of 12:31 pm. After overhaul and mop up, the last unit cleared the scene at 1:36 pm.
Upon completion of an investigation, the fire is believed to be accidental; it began in the left rear of the camper in the area of the electrical panel. The camper was plugged into an extension cord with a homemade junction box. The camper was a total loss.
Firefighters from the Hernando, Highlands and Citrus Springs fire stations arrived on scene, along with a safety captain and a rescue unit.
In the event of an emergency, contact Citrus County Fire Rescue by dailing 911.
Citrus County Fire Rescue's business office is located at 1520 N. Meadowcrest Blvd. in Crystal River, Florida 34429; phone: (352) 527-5406; website: www.citruscountyfire.com.