"Heartbroken" Founders Lose Home in Overnight Blaze

The founders of the Henry Allen Trust have expressed their devastation following a severe house fire that originated from a car. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning at their home in Bletchley, Milton Keynes. The fire spread with extreme speed, causing significant damage to the property and surrounding areas.

Dawn Allen, a co-founder of the trust, described the event as turning their world upside down. She conveyed profound gratitude to their neighbors, whose immediate actions in raising the alarm and contacting the fire service were crucial in ensuring their safety. The trust, dedicated to supporting children and families battling cancer in memory of Henry Allen, announced its office would be closed for the remainder of the week.

Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed they responded to the fire on Hexham Gardens, where a car fire had extended to fences, sheds, hedges, and trees. While external parts of the property sustained damage, the couple emphasized that possessions are replaceable, but lives are not. The fire service also successfully rescued the couple's dog, Storm, from the premises.