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Kitten's Candle Chaos Devastates Family Christmas
21 Nov
Summary
- A kitten may have knocked over a tealight, starting a fire.
- The blaze destroyed a family's home just before Christmas.
- The family lost their home and two beloved pets in the fire.
A family's home was engulfed in a devastating fire just days before Christmas, leaving them displaced and facing a difficult holiday season. Nimah Cowie believes her kitten, who perished in the blaze, may have accidentally knocked over a tealight candle, igniting a destructive inferno. The fire caused extensive damage, destroying sentimental items, photos, and claiming the lives of the family's beloved kitten and hamster.
The incident has left Nimah's two young sons, aged three and seven, repeatedly asking when they can return home, a prospect unlikely for at least six months. The family is currently residing in a hotel and will be moved to temporary accommodation soon. They have launched a GoFundMe to help replace lost items and bring normalcy to their children's Christmas.
Nimah is urging others to exercise extreme caution with candles, emphasizing the tragic consequences of her oversight. The family is working to ensure their children still experience a special Christmas despite the overwhelming loss and uncertainty.
