Ernest J. Tarsitano helped to rescue Roderick R. Cormier from burning, Galloway, New Jersey, July 26, 2018. Cormier, 72, was in his one-room residence within a two-unit cabin after fire broke out inside. Seeing smoke issuing from the cabin, a passing motorist, Tarsitano, 60, retired firefighter, stopped at the scene and learned that Cormier remained inside. After the door was opened, Tarsitano, despite dark smoke that extended from ceiling to floor, entered and searched for Cormier. Shortly, Tarsitano located Cormier, who was limp, on the floor, in proximity to flames on a nearby wall. Tarsitano grasped his body, stood, and backed toward the door, dragging Cormier. Near the doorway, others assisted Tarsitano in removing Cormier from the cabin, then helped Tarsitano carry him away before fire shortly engulfed the room. Cormier, who suffered burns and inhaled smoke, was taken to a hospital for treatment. He recovered. Paramedics at the scene treated Tarsitano, who had difficulty breathing and had cuts on his knees. He also recovered. 89962-10136
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