A catastrophic fire that ripped through a family home in Welcome Bay has left a family with nothing but the clothes on their back.
Fire and Emergency NZ arrived at the fire at 12.24pm and left at 6pm after extinguishing it.
The fire had spread down the back lawn of the family house, leaving burnt grass.
Three fire trucks from Greerton and Tauranga stations attended the house fire.
A fire safety officer has been called in to investigate the cause of the blaze.
Now, a Givealittle page has been set up to help raise money for the grieving family. It said the donations would go towards providing shelter, clothes, and basic necessities.
At the house, grandparents, children and in-laws watched as their years of memories went up in flame, said the post on the fundraising page.
“In the blink of an eye, our world was turned upside down. A devastating fire completely destroyed the home of our family - my brother in-laws, along with their children, wife and grandparents this family of 10 is left with nothing but the clothes on their backs, watching helplessly as years of memories, safety, and comfort went up in flames,” the post read.
“Our hearts are broken, but we are holding on to hope and the kindness of others.”
The page, which is pending moderation by Givealittle, said every donation would “go directly towards providing shelter, clothes, and basic necessities to get them back on their feet”.
“Please, if you can, contribute to helping restore not just a house, but a home filled with love and warmth. Together, we can make a difference for this wonderful family who now needs the compassion of their community more than ever. Your generosity will mean the world to us in this time of unimaginable loss,” the post said.
Donations can be made on the Givealittle page.
- SunLive
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