The Pacific Palisades wildfire has ravaged over 23,000 acres of West L.A., leaving destruction, heartbreak, and separation in its wake. Yet, amid the tragedy, a story of resilience and love has emerged—a man and his dog reunited against all odds.

NBC News correspondent Liz Kreutz shared a moving clip of Casey Colvin returning to his neighborhood to search for his beloved dog, Oreo. A Good Samaritan spotted Oreo in the rubble and contacted Casey, leading to an emotional reunion on Sunday morning.

The footage shows Casey overcome with tears of joy, clutching Oreo tightly after five days apart. Oreo, who had been sleeping in the ruins of a neighbor’s home, survived thanks to Casey’s efforts to leave food and water nearby—or perhaps his own resourcefulness.

While the wildfire has claimed lives, destroyed homes, and displaced countless pets and wildlife, Oreo’s survival is a testament to hope amid despair. Let this story inspire faith that other pets and owners may find their way back to one another as recovery efforts continue.