Community support is growing for a family left homeless after an Esquimalt home was destroyed by fire early Sunday (April 27) morning.
Esquimalt Fire Department was called to a fully involved house fire in the north end of the district shortly after 3 a.m. with CFB Esquimalt and Victoria Fire Department serving as backup.
On arrival, crews confirmed all occupants made it out safely, Esquimalt Fire said on social media.
“The fire, which appeared to have started outside the home, caused significant damage to multiple vehicles and the structure of the home,” the department said. “Efforts to fight the fire were made even more difficult by live, damaged power lines arcing and threatening to fall, limiting safe access to the building.”
An online fundraiser created later in the day raised more than $6,000 for the Lawrence family by Monday morning.
“Thankfully, Alyssa, James, Connor, and Baxter made it out safely — but they have lost nearly everything they own,” the fundraising page reads.
“We are raising funds to help them rebuild their lives: replacing their two vehicles, covering temporary accommodations, and helping with basic essentials like clothing, food, and supplies. Every donation, no matter the size, will go directly toward helping them get back on their feet.”
Find the fundraiser at GoFundMe.com.
