Collection started for victims of Kenville shack fire
The City estimated 150 structures were destroyed and more than 200 people were affected by the fire.
MORE than 200 families have been left homeless after a fire tore through the Gumtree Road Informal Settlement on Tuesday afternoon. It is unclear what started the fire however, local ward councillor, Bobby Maharajh has started a collection to help families affected by the blaze.
The Municipality’s Disaster Management staff also responded to the fire on Gumtree Road in Kenville to help victims affected by the blaze.
The Fire and Emergency Services extinguished the fire which was fanned by the strong winds, causing rapid fire spread.
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The City estimated 150 structures were destroyed and more than 200 people were affected by the fire.
“I’ve liaised with the disaster management department who are helping with relief efforts but I’m also appealing to the north Durban community to help donate any items that could help those affected by the fire. To help the community get back on its feet, I’m urging residents to donate food, clothes, blankets and other non-perishable items. My plan is to handover the items to the community this Sunday,” he said.
If you would like to donate, contact Maharajh on 082 374 5128.
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