Council leader offers condolences to Leamington flats fire family whose pet died
Warwick District Council Leader Councillor Ian Davison has given an update on the fire which ripped through a flat at a block in Leamington yesterday (Tuesday February 10).
Cllr Davison said he was “shocked to learn” about the fire at Fallow Hill in Sydenham and that he is “relieved to report that the Fire Service responded very quickly and evacuated all residents of the affected flats safely.”
The council’s housing officers have provided food, clothing, and household items to those affected by the blaze and he said each family now has a plan in place for being re-housed or to return to their flat.
He added: “I understand that one of the families has lost their much-loved family pet and I would like to pass on my condolences to them.”
Cllr Davison said the council is working with Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service to establish the cause of the fire, which is not yet known, after which time the authority will be able to start to clear and repair the damage.
He said: “Housing officers will remain at the flats all day today, so that residents can advise them of any damage to their homes and we can assess the wider impact of the fire.
"Many thanks to the Fallow Hill community and the residents of Warwick district for how quickly you all came together to offer practical help and support to the families.
“It is heart warming to see how resourceful everyone has been during a traumatic time for them.”
Warwick and Leamington MP Matt Western has also commented on the incident.
He said: “Awful scenes of flames and smoke last night as a fire broke out in the Fallow Hill flats and at least one family lost their home to the fire.
“I’m relieved to hear that no injuries were reported but the impact on those who have lost their homes will be huge.
"A 13-year-old friend of the family has set up a GoFundMe here https://tinyurl.com/6mckjpnm for those impacted, a brilliant example of the incredible community spirit of our towns which always rises to the occasion. If you would like to donate, you can do so at the link below.
“I have been in touch with Warwick District Council to offer my support however I can.”