This Twelve-Year-Old Girl From Oklahoma Saved Her Family From A Catastrophic House Fire

On Saturday, July 23, the Aguirre family of Clinton, Oklahoma, lost their home to a blazing fire. But, twelve-year-old Deysi Aguirre is the reason her three younger siblings, three cousins, and aunt made it out alive.
She had fallen fast asleep on her living room couch that evening but was later awoken by a strange popping sound.
Deysi investigated and realized the noise was coming from a sparking electrical outlet in her living room.
She immediately realized the danger of the situation and woke up her entire family.
“I started screaming my aunt’s name. I cannot remember what I was thinking, but I was just trying to get them out,” Deysi recalled.
Then, the twelve-year-old evacuated everyone to her neighbor’s home and called 911.
The Aguirre family’s home has since been deemed a “total loss” due to severe fire damage. But, Deysi is being praised as a hero.
The Clinton Fire Department recently recounted her jump to action in a Facebook update and commended her efforts.
Facebook; pictured above is Deysi with her award
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In fact, the department even created a new award to honor Deysi specifically.
“Her courageous actions undoubtedly prevented a much worse situation from occurring. Today, we presented her with the Clinton Fire Department Award for Courage and Bravery. While they may have lost their house, their family is still whole,” the department wrote.
The Facebook Post has since gained over four hundred likes and tons of comments about Deysi’s heroism.
“This gave me goosebumps! What a wonderful, brave young lady!” commented one user.
“Way to go! I hope she is super proud of herself. She is definitely a hero. I am so sorry they lost their house and belongings but so glad she was able to get everyone out. What a brave and amazing girl,” wrote a second user.
Many community members have also asked where food, clothing, and monetary donations can be directed for the Aguirre family while they temporarily rent another place in Clinton.
Any monetary donations can be directed to this GoFundMe campaign launched in honor of the Aguirre family, and any tangible donations can be brought directly to the Clinton Fire Department.
To contribute to the GoFundMe campaign, visit the link here. Or, to view the Clinton Fire Department’s original Facebook post, visit the link here.
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