Mom Crushed by 600lb Fridge: 'Thought I Was Dying'

Social media personality Laura Clery, known for her comedic sketches and candid vlogs, recently faced a life-threatening ordeal when her nearly 600-pound refrigerator toppled onto her. The incident occurred as her 7-year-old son, Alfie, was interacting with the appliance. Clery noticed the fridge shift and, upon attempting to secure it, the entire unit fell, trapping her against the kitchen island.

Describing the event as the 'most terrifying night of my life as a single mom,' Clery recounted the immense weight pinning her, making movement impossible. She feared for her safety, noting a struggle to breathe and the presence of her younger daughter, Poppy, 5, who was distressed. Her ex-husband, Stephen Hilton, also conveyed his shock, emphasizing Clery's belief that she was dying.

Clery, who has nearly 25 million followers across platforms, took to social media to share her experience and voice outrage at the contractors responsible for the installation. She stated the French door refrigerator was not properly mounted, a critical failure she deemed negligence. She credited her ability to call 911 with her phone, the timely arrival of three firefighters to lift the appliance, and immense luck for her survival and that of her children.