Katie Carlson left and her mother Christy wave to friends as they prepare to get a ride in the Orange County Sheriff's helicopter ///ADDITIONAL...
{"Image ImageDescription": "SILVERADO CANYON, CA - APRIL 04: Katie Carlson, left, and her mother Christy wave to friends as they prepare to get a ride in the Orange County Sheriff's helicopter.\n\n\n\n\n\n///ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: s.MeetDispatcher.0404 ?? 4/4/14 ?? LEONARD ORTIZ, ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER - _LOR1885.NEF - On March 27, at approximately 2:00 PM, Katie Carlson, 10, Ladera Ranch, called 9-1-1 to report a fire in the garage of her condominium.  She was home early from school and alone when she heard a loud pop and smelled smoke.  Sheriff??s Dispatcher Jennifer Demers answered Katie??s call and remained on the line with her until deputies and firefighters arrived. Katie??s quick action helped to control the fire and minimize the damage to neighboring condo units.  Dispatcher Demers was able to insure the safety of Katie by making sure that she remained outside the condo despite her concerns for her cats that were inside. OCSD has nominated Katie for a 9-1-1 Hero Award from the 9-1-1 for Kids organization. Katie will meet Dispatcher Demers in person and tour the Dispatch Center where her 9-1-1 call was received. (Photo by Leonard Ortiz/Digital First Media/Orange County Register via Getty Images)"}