Republished Story: Originally Reported in February 2017
Shelby Carter is recognized as a hero for her swift actions that saved her newborn daughter’s life.
When their home caught fire, Carter placed her 10-day-old daughter, Keana, in a car seat and lowered her from a second-story window.
Captain Jake Plumer of the Wyoming-Speer Fire Department reported that paramedics and firefighters discovered the baby safely on the ground.
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The emergency teams attempted to rescue the 21-year-old mother trapped inside, but they were unable to reach her in time.
Firefighters later found her deceased in an upstairs bedroom. An autopsy revealed that smoke inhalation was the cause of death.
The fire department expressed their condolences and encouraged donations for Carter’s family in a Facebook post.
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The post stated: “Words cannot describe what has occurred in our community today. We have felt something no department wishes to experience. Words cannot truly convey our feelings.”
Carter’s cousin, Shawna Burwell, mentioned: “Her 21st birthday was yesterday, and on Facebook, she had shared what a wonderful birthday it was. This morning on Snapchat, I saw ‘loving these mommy moments,’ with the baby resting on her chest.”
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Carter’s obituary noted: “She cherished every child she encountered, and they adored her. Her proudest achievement was becoming a mother.”
A GoFundMe page set up to support Carter’s baby and family has raised over $30,000 as of Saturday evening.
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“It has been incredible to witness the community’s support for the family and everyone affected by this tragedy. We are proud and honored to be part of this community,” stated Plumer.
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