Family in Cornwall 'lose everything' in 'devastating' house fire before Christmas
Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service were called to the blaze on Saturday evening
Last updated 16th Dec 2024
A family in Cornwall say they have 'lost everything' before Christmas in a house fire.
Cornwall Fire and Rescue crews were mobilised to the property in Goonhavern from Newquay, St Columb and Perranporth at 10.30pm on Saturday 14 December.
A fundraiser has been launched for the owners of the No.4 Breakfast and Bistro, who are safe after the blaze in their home on the weekend, raising thousands of pounds.
Abby Brinkworth, who set up the fundraiser, said: "Asher & Dan lost their house last night due to an electrical fire and have lost absolutely everything. Absolutely heartbreaking just before Christmas.
"Putting this up to see if there is anything we can all to do come together to raise some money to get them some clothes and the girls something for Christmas. Anything would be appreciated right now whether that’s clothes, money or just support."
A spokesperson from Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service said: "Critical Control received several repeat calls for this incident and appliances were mobilised from Newquay, St Columb and Perranporth along with a Flexi Duty Officer.
"The fire was in a two storey end terraced property measuring approx 8m by 8m.
"The fire originated in the kitchen and the property was heavily smoke logged. The crews used four breathing apparatus and two hosereels to extinguish the fire. A 135m ladder was used to gain access to neighbouring properties to check for fire spread. The crews used cutting gear to cut away roof space and a shacs pack for safety."
A Fire Investigation Team are working to confirm the cause of the fire.