Oakland Man Dies After Rescuing Family From Christmas Morning Fire

The 37-year-old man saved four family members before succumbing to smoke inhalation in an accidental house fire.

A house fire broke out early Christmas morning in the Oak Knoll neighborhood of Oakland, California, around 6 a.m.
The 37-year-old man managed to get his brother, father, and aunt to safety before re-entering the home, where he was later found unconscious.
Firefighters believe the man likely died from smoke inhalation and pronounced him dead around 6:30 a.m.
Officials have determined the fire was accidental, though it is unclear whether smoke detectors were functioning or present in the home.
Approximately 20 firefighters responded to the scene, and no other injuries or fatalities were reported.