Help to rebuild house

The Atlantis family who lost their home and three relatives in a house fire need help rebuilding their family home of 42 years.

Susan Green, 66, David Green, 42, and 20-year-old Shanique Green died in the fire on Friday, June 4.

At the time, the City of Cape Town’s Fire and Rescue Services’ Jermaine Carelse said the emergency call of a dwelling alight in Geranium Crescent in Protea Park was received at approximately 3.45am.

Crews from the Atlantis and Melkbosstrand fire stations responded to the scene and saved people from the burning house.

“Two women and one man were declared deceased on the scene as a result of smoke inhalation.

“A second man was critical and transported to Wesfleur Hospital,” Carelse said.

Shanique leaves behind her six-month-old daughter.

Susan’s husband, Gordon, managed to survive the fire but remains critical in hospital.

The three relatives were laid to rest on Saturday.

Shanique’s aunt and Susan’s daughter Lizel Solomons said while the family remain in mourning, they are now trying to piece back the home which holds timeless memories.

“There is nothing left of the house. The walls are still standing but the roof is completely gutted. Everything has burnt,” she said.

If you would like to assist the family, please contact Lizel Solomons on 081 348 8461.

African News Agency

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