Hero in the Flames Saves Two Teens | Des Moines News

On July 14, Alex Horak raced to save two teenage brothers from a burning car after a train collided with it, carrying thousands of gallons of ethanol. Flames roared, debris scattered — but Horak didn’t hesitate. He pulled the boys to safety, risking everything. Sheriff Roger Fisher called it a life-saving act. The teens, now recovering in a Minnesota hospital with serious injuries, owe their survival to Horak’s quick action. Though he calls himself just a bystander who did what had to be done, the community is honoring him — and two emergency dispatchers — with a ceremony. His bravery is a stark reminder: ordinary people can do extraordinary things in moments of crisis. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2a0e769d17ea76ac