A local Maidstone family is starting from scratch after a tragic house fire completely destroyed their residence on Monday, Aug. 17.
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Residents Logan (20), Lexie (21), and Brody (18) lost virtually all of their belongings in the sudden blaze that consumed the home they had built and lived in for more than two years.
Despite the immense loss of property and personal items, all family members and their pets managed to escape safely without injury.
In response to the tragedy, a community fundraising effort was organized by Lexie and Brody on GoFundMe to help cover immediate emergency costs and basic necessities.
The campaign has received a wave of local support, bringing in $2,170 toward its $2,600 goal from 19 separate donations within its first week.
“Crazy how you can go from having everything to having nothing in the blink of an eye,” the organizers shared. “Luckily everyone got out safe, animals as well. Anything truly will help and we will be greatly appreciative.”
Community members interested in supporting the recovery effort can view updates or contribute directly through the family’s official GoFundMe campaign.
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