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Online fundraisers launch after West Cumbria explosion

by Cumbria Crack
02/01/2025
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Two online fundraisers have been launched to help the families affected by an explosion in West Cumbria.

Three people were seriously injured in the incident, which happened at around 4.25pm on New Year’s Eve on Hugh Street, Bransty, Whitehaven.

Matthew Stephenson and Roxanne Cullum, of Hugh Street, have set up a Gofundme page for the residents affected.

They said: “At least two of the properties have a total collapse and other houses on the road have suffered extensive damage.

“Any money raised will be given to/shared evenly between all residents whose houses where affected/all costs associated with the gas explosion.

“The devastation caused is unimaginable. Children without homes, elderly with serious injuries and no home, other properties damaged. We have to pull together to help in any way we can, any donation no matter how small is greatly appreciated.

“Heartfelt wishes go to all involved, as a resident of Hugh Street who’s home is only two away from the explosion, I can only say a heartfelt thank you to all involved who helped. What a community let’s hope together we can make a horrendous time a little less horrendous.”

It has so far raised almost £6,000. To donate, visit https://gofund.me/992569f1

Sarah Buchanan, who is related to the family who have been seriously injured, has also set up a Gofundme page.

She said: “I know this is obviously going to have a massive life changing effect in many ways, as it it’s early days I know but the impact of this incident is clearly going to have huge impact to their lives both on recovery and rebuilding.

“We do not know at this point the extent of the injuries to all involved and as to what the outcome may be but I feel anything to help at this moment would beneficial to the family.”

It has raised over £1,600 and to donate, visit https://gofund.me/fe9051e7

Investigations continue into the cause of the explosion.

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