The Story of the Czech Evader

Billy Deal was on the opposite side of the building to his wife and grandson when he first heard someone yell fire. He didn't notice any flames, but the smoke was quickly growing thicker and darker. Jim Ogden rushed down the aisles, alerting customers and advising everyone to make their way outside. Billy couldn't see Ada or young Matthew anywhere, and within moments the smoke became so thick and dark that he couldn't see a thing. Every time Billy yelled out Ada's name, the smoke filled his lungs, making it difficult for him to breathe. His skin blazed raw with second and third-degree burns.