Residents of the Lamaha Spring squatting area are in urgent need of assistance following a devastating fire that occurred early Wednesday morning, destroying two homes and leaving multiple families homeless.
The fire, which broke out in the early hours, resulted in the complete loss of belongings for the affected families.
Reports indicate that the fire may have been deliberately set after a disagreement between one of the residents and a neighbor.
This allegation has been supported by the Guyana Fire Service, which confirmed that the fire was started by unknown individuals.
Among the victims is Brooke Jones, a mechanic, who expressed the overwhelming loss experienced by her family, stating that they are left with little more than the clothes they are currently wearing.
Another affected resident, technician Kassa Hodge, noted significant financial losses, including the destruction of five battery bikes and personal electronics belonging to his customers.
The victims are reaching out to the community for support as they seek to rebuild their lives after this tragic incident.
Those willing to help can contact the affected families at +592 720-8447.
This unfortunate event highlights the urgent need for assistance in the wake of unexpected disasters, as the affected individuals face the challenge of starting over from scratch.