A devastating incident unfolded in Central Amelia’s Ward, Linden, on Christmas morning, as a fire claimed the lives of a dedicated nurse, Zoella Lawrence Bailey, and her two nieces, 16-year-old Angelique Lawrence and 8-year-old Ronika.
The Guyana Fire Service is currently conducting an investigation into the tragic incident, responding to a call at approximately 02:05 hrs on Christmas Day.
Despite their efforts, the fire claimed the lives of Zoella and her two nieces, leaving the community in shock and mourning.
Zoella’s mother, Marlyn Frazer, shared the heartbreaking details of the tragedy. She revealed that nearly two months had passed since she last saw her daughter.
The devastating news reached her through one of Zoella’s friends around mid-morning.
Marlyn Frazer expressed her grief, emphasizing the profound impact of the loss on the family.
She spoke lovingly of her daughter and granddaughters, emphasizing that they were all born right there.
As the community comes to terms with this tragic event, Fire Prevention officials are diligently working on the investigation, seeking to understand the circumstances that led to the fire.
The details and completion date of the investigation are yet to be provided.
This Christmas morning fire has left a community in mourning, highlighting the fragility of life and the importance of fire safety measures in homes.