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Wales Online
22-05-2025
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- Wales Online
Couple 'lost everything' in blaze after 90th birthday plans turned to heartbreak
Couple 'lost everything' in blaze after 90th birthday plans turned to heartbreak 'Luckily the house did not get burned, but with the water damage in the house, everything is ruined' Damage caused after a fire broke out at the home of Brenda Burrows and Harold Sharp A devastated elderly couple have been left with nothing after a fire engulfed their home. Harold Sharp was set to celebrate his 90th birthday at their bungalow in Prestatyn on Sunday, May 17. But the day before, his partner Brenda Burrows was tidying up outside with a weed burner when an ember ignited a blaze in the garage, which quickly spread. "My mum had visitors down on the Saturday," explained daughter Kendra Burrows. "It was Harold's 90th birthday on the Sunday. "When they left mum went outside and was burning weeds with a weed burner, trying to get the driveway presentable, because there were more visitors coming down on the Sunday. "She was burning weeds near the garage and an ember has caught the garage without her knowing and with the weather being so dry - it's wooden doors on the garage - and it has just gone up. It was destroyed." Kendra recounted how the fire then moved to the utility room, situated between the garage and the house, which was also completely burned down, before reaching a room in the attic of their home, reports North Wales Live. Article continues below A fire broke out at the home of Brenda Burrows and Harold Sharp in Prestatyn However, the fire brigade arrived promptly to put out the flames, but the water used caused all the ceilings to collapse and damaged the furniture inside the property. "Luckily the house did not get burned, but with the water damage in the house, everything is ruined," said Kendra, who also mentioned that the neighbouring property suffered damage from the fire. Harold and Brenda are currently residing with Kendra in Rhyl as they attempt to recover from the devastation. They might have the opportunity to move into temporary accommodation soon. Harold Sharp and partner Brenda Burrows Unfortunately, the couple did not have insurance, prompting the launch of a fundraising campaign to support them. A statement on the Gofundme page, accessible for donations, reads: "Hi, my name is Kendra, my mum and dad's house caught fire on Saturday 17/5/25. "They are 83 and 90 years of age and have lost almost everything through fire and water damage. They are not insured and are absolutely devastated that we have to ask for help but needs must. "We would really appreciate any donations so we can get them back into their home as soon as possible." Damage after the fire Kendra mentioned that her former employer, Ash Waste in Wrexham, has kindly donated two skips to aid in clearing the debris. Brenda, having spent 35 years in the building trade, is also seeking assistance from builders who may know her. Kendra shared that Harold, who suffers from dementia, sometimes wakes up disoriented, unsure of his surroundings or what has occurred. Kendra Burrows with mum Brenda Brenda is equally distraught, feeling guilty, but Kendra reassures that it was simply a freak accident. A spokesperson for the North Wales Fire and Rescue Service reported: "The fire caused 100% damage to the garage of the property. Four crews attended," adding that casualties received precautionary checks at the scene after they were called to the blaze in Prestatyn at 5.15pm on Saturday. To support the fundraiser or get in touch with Kendra, please click here. Article continues below
Wales Online
22-05-2025
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- Wales Online
Elderly couple lose everything as 90th birthday celebrations turn to devastation
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Devastated pensioners have lost everything in a fire which broke out at their home. Harold Sharp was due to celebrate his 90th birthday at their bungalow in Prestatyn, on Sunday May 17. However the day before, his partner Brenda Burrows was using a weed burner, to tidy up outside, when an ember sparked a blaze in the garage, which then spread. "My mum had visitors down on the Saturday," said daughter Kendra Burrows: "It was Harold's 90th birthday on the Sunday. When they left mum went outside and was burning weeds with a weed burner, trying to get the driveway presentable, because there were more visitors coming down on the Sunday. "She was burning weeds near the garage and an ember has caught garage without her knowing and with the weather being so dry - its wooden doors on the garage - and it has just gone up. It was destroyed." Kendra said the fire spread to the utility room, in between the garage and the house, which was also completely burned down, before spreading to a room in the attic. of their home. However the fire brigade arrived to extinguish the blaze, but the water used to put the flames out, brought all the ceilings down and ruined furniture in the property. "Luckily the house did not get burned, but with the water damage in the house, everything is ruined," said Kendra, who added the next door neighbour's property had also been affected by the fire. Harold and Brenda are now staying with Kendra in Rhyl, while they try to sort out the devastation, with the possibility they may be able to move in to temporary accommodation. The two were not insured and a fundraising campaign has now been launched to raise money for them. The statement on the Gofundme site, which can be accessed here to donate, said: "Hi, my name is Kendra, my mum and dad's house caught fire on Saturday 17/5/25. "They are 83 and 90 years of age and have lost almost everything through fire and water damage. They are not insured and are absolutely devastated that we have to ask for help but needs must. We would really appreciate any donations so we can get them back into their home as soon as possible." Kendra said she used to work for a company in Wrexham called Ash Waste, who were donating two skips to help them as they look to clear the debris. Brenda also worked in the building trade for 35 years and the family is asking if there are any builders that know her for help. She said Harold has dementia and was waking up sometimes confused about where he is and what has happened. Brenda is also devastated and thinks its her fault, "but it was just a freak accident", said Kendra. A North Wales Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: they were called to the fire in Prestatyn at 5.15pm on Saturday. "The fire caused 100% damage to the garage of the property. Four crews attended," the fire service spokesperson said, adding the casualties were given a precautionary check at the scene To donate money to the fundraiser, or to contact Kendra, click here. Sign up for the North Wales Live newsletter sent twice daily to your inbox Find out what's happening near you
North Wales Live
22-05-2025
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- North Wales Live
Elderly couple lose everything as 90th birthday celebrations turn to devastation
Devastated pensioners have lost everything in a fire which broke out at their home. Harold Sharp was due to celebrate his 90th birthday at their bungalow in Prestatyn, on Sunday May 17. However the day before, his partner Brenda Burrows was using a weed burner, to tidy up outside, when an ember sparked a blaze in the garage, which then spread. "My mum had visitors down on the Saturday," said daughter Kendra Burrows: "It was Harold's 90th birthday on the Sunday. When they left mum went outside and was burning weeds with a weed burner, trying to get the driveway presentable, because there were more visitors coming down on the Sunday. "She was burning weeds near the garage and an ember has caught garage without her knowing and with the weather being so dry - its wooden doors on the garage - and it has just gone up. It was destroyed." Kendra said the fire spread to the utility room, in between the garage and the house, which was also completely burned down, before spreading to a room in the attic. of their home. However the fire brigade arrived to extinguish the blaze, but the water used to put the flames out, brought all the ceilings down and ruined furniture in the property. "Luckily the house did not get burned, but with the water damage in the house, everything is ruined," said Kendra, who added the next door neighbour's property had also been affected by the fire. Harold and Brenda are now staying with Kendra in Rhyl, while they try to sort out the devastation, with the possibility they may be able to move in to temporary accommodation. The two were not insured and a fundraising campaign has now been launched to raise money for them. The statement on the Gofundme site, which can be accessed here to donate, said: "Hi, my name is Kendra, my mum and dad's house caught fire on Saturday 17/5/25. "They are 83 and 90 years of age and have lost almost everything through fire and water damage. They are not insured and are absolutely devastated that we have to ask for help but needs must. We would really appreciate any donations so we can get them back into their home as soon as possible." Kendra said she used to work for a company in Wrexham called Ash Waste, who were donating two skips to help them as they look to clear the debris. Brenda also worked in the building trade for 35 years and the family is asking if there are any builders that know her for help. She said Harold has dementia and was waking up sometimes confused about where he is and what has happened. Brenda is also devastated and thinks its her fault, "but it was just a freak accident", said Kendra. A North Wales Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: they were called to the fire in Prestatyn at 5.15pm on Saturday. "The fire caused 100% damage to the garage of the property. Four crews attended," the fire service spokesperson said, adding the casualties were given a precautionary check at the scene To donate money to the fundraiser, or to contact Kendra, click here.
