Glenwood Construction Workers Rescue Family From House Fire

Three construction workers from Leick Construction in Glenwood, Iowa, were hailed as heroes after rescuing a family from a burning home, including using a trampoline to save a young boy trapped on the second floor. The workers—John Lewis, Gabe Record, and Damian Pond—entered the house upon noticing smoke and flames, evacuating two women and a girl before helping the boy escape by encouraging him to jump onto a trampoline held beneath a second-story window. The rescue was made more dangerous by intense heat, smoke, and an eventual explosion inside the house, resulting in injuries to all three men, with one suffering second-degree burns. Glenwood Fire Chief Matt Gray praised their quick thinking and bravery, noting that the family's evacuation prior to the fire department's arrival prevented a potential tragedy. The community has since rallied to support the affected family, and the fire department plans to honor the rescuers. Despite their injuries, the men downplayed their heroism, emphasizing they acted out of instinct and concern for those in danger.