25-04-2025
Family loses everything after fire from gas cylinder explosion
Family loses everything after fire from gas cylinder explosion
In response to a heartbreaking fire that took several precious and important belongings from the Mashaba family, Good Samaritans have come out to assist with basic needs to quell their suffering.
The Tsalanang organisation donated clothes to the six-member family.
The family of two adults and four youths were affected by a fire following a gas cylinder explosion.
The explosion burned down their home and its contents, leaving the family with only the clothes on their back.
Tshepo Ramoncha from the organisation said, 'We could not sit and relax while a family lost everything they owned'.
Ramoncha said the fire took everything the family owned.
'We donated the clothes for the family, but there is a lot that needs to be done. We are appealing to the public with any form of donations from food parcels, warm winter clothes, furniture and building materials to help the family recover and rebuild their lives,' said Ramoncha.
The family resides at 13171 Mohlware Street, near Stanza Bopape High School in Mamelodi.
The organisation is truly proud of the unity and collective spirit shown by the community and partnering organisations during this difficult time.
'Together, we are making a meaningful difference,' said Ramoncha.
Mashaba, owner of the house, has expressed his heartfelt gratitude to all the organisations and individuals who stepped in to support his family.
He sends his blessings to everyone involved, especially to Tsalanang for the donations.
'May God bless you all for not giving up on us,' said Mashaba.
The Tshwane Emergency Services Department previously said that they responded to a fire at a house in Matlhare Street in Mamelodi East on April 11.
Emergency services spokesperson Lindsay Zwelithini Mnguni said the fire was reported to the Emergency Communication Centre at 23:53.
Firefighting resources were immediately dispatched from Mamelodi and Silverton fire stations to the scene.
These included two fire engines and a water tanker.
Upon arrival, firefighters found the main house was alight and immediately began firefighting operations.
A gas cylinder exploded, resulting in the collapse of parts of the roof, while the fire damaged the whole house.
Two adults and four youths were affected by the fire.
'Our Disaster Risk Management officers also arrived on the scene and conducted an impact assessment to assist the family with basic items, and with the co-ordination of the services that they might require,' said Mnguni.
The two-roomed flat in the backyard, fortunately, was not affected by the fire.
He also said there were no injuries that were reported in this incident, and the cause of the fire has not yet been determined.
To report any fire or rescue emergency, residents are encouraged to call 107 toll-free, or 012 358 6300/6400.
When reporting an emergency, please remain calm, speak clearly, know where you are to give the correct address, and give your correct contact number to allow the operator to phone you back should they be required to do so.
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