Three Valencia residents were saved from death by the family dog.It appears that a fire started in a downstairs room while the family was asleep.The family dog was upset by the smoke and barked and barked until someone wakened and realised what was happening.The house was evacuated immediatly and the emergency services were called.The building was very badly damaged and a woman living on a higher floor was treated for smoke inhalation as was a police fficer.

It is thought that the fire may have started because of candles being left burning in the downstairs dining room.The three who evacuated the building had to betreated for minor burns but thanks to their pet they are all alive and well.