A local family has lost everything, after an explosion leveled their Dover home on Saturday afternoon (Dec. 3.)
Four local stations, and 22 firefighters battled a blaze at 8477 Wren Line in Dover, after the blast was reported at around 1:10pm on Saturday.
Fire officials say $300,000 damage was caused, and the home just outside of Wallaceburg, was completely destroyed.
Witnesses on scene said the explosion launched the front door of the home right across the street and smoke could be seen from miles away.
The two adults inside the home managed to escape the house with non-life threatening injuries.
However, the man is still in hospital recovering from second or third degree burns.
The Ontario Fire Marshall and the Chatham-Kent Fire Department are still investigating the cause of the explosion.
Donations are being accepted for the family, and can be dropped off at the 99.1 Studio, located at 520 James Street in Wallaceburg.
Here’s some details for anyone that can donate to the Smith family:
17-year-old girl
- Shoe size 10 or 11
- Pants and tops Large or XL
Adult woman
- Shoe size 8
- Large or extra large petite clothing large tops and bottoms
Adult man
- Shoe size 11 or 12
- Extra large shirts
- 34-inch waist size
The family does have a place to stay in the meantime, and has some housing lined up on more of a permanent basis. Friends of the family tell us they will be in need of everything to furnish a home as well
Call CKXS at 519-627-0007 for more info.
