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Apr 2024
Harrogate house fire family launches crowdfunding appeal
A Harrogate family whose home was devastated by fire has launched a crowdfunding appeal.
Mikey Donald said his parents' home insurance had lapsed a month before Friday's fire, which ripped through the garage and house on Avenue Close in Starbeck.
You can read about the incident here.
In his appeal post, Mr Donald posted photos showing the impact of the fire and said he was "reaching out for support during one of the toughest times my family has faced".
The car and garage were ruined by fire.
The bedroom
He said his dad Mike Donald, 58, was disposing of paperwork when fire broke out:
Mr Donald said his father's partner Rhona Andrew, 57, was an NHS nurse who had "devoted her life to caring for others" and was awaiting kidney and pancreas transplants due to declining health.
He added his father, a joiner, was "always lending a helping hand in our Starbeck community".
Mr Donald said:
More than 120 people had donated a total of around £2,500 by last night. You can donate here
Read more:
- Firefighters battle major house fire in Starbeck
- The Harrogate hospital worker bringing cheer for 50 years
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