A South London mother, Katie-Anne Hone, and her three children have been left with nothing but the clothes on their backs after a devastating fire destroyed their home in Orpington. The fire occurred while Katie was out on the school run, and by the time she returned, their flat was engulfed in flames. Due to the risk of asbestos, none of their belongings could be salvaged, leaving the family with nothing.
The repairs to their home are expected to take up to 12 weeks, and in the meantime, they are staying with a family member. Katie’s mother, Michelle Hone, described her daughter as “distraught” and “traumatised” by the incident. The damage to the flat is extensive, with the kitchen and ceiling completely ruined.
The family did not have insurance, so they will need to replace all their belongings out of their own pocket. Kate had put a lot of effort into decorating the flat over the years, making it a lovely home for her and her children. Now, they have lost everything and are starting from scratch.
The community has rallied around the family, with donations pouring in to help them replace essential items. A GoFundMe page has been set up by Kate’s aunt, Samantha Hone, to support the family during this difficult time. Local residents have been dropping off toys, clothes, and other necessities to assist the family in rebuilding their lives.
The kindness and generosity of the community have been a source of comfort for Kate and her children as they navigate this challenging situation. The road to recovery will be long, but with the support of their neighbors and the donations received, they are slowly beginning to piece their lives back together. If you would like to contribute to the GoFundMe page and help the family in their journey to rebuild, you can find the link in the original article.
