GRIFFIN, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Two homes in Spalding County appear to be completely destroyed by fire, and a third home is badly damaged.
“I just wanted to know if everyone was OK. And how we’re going to get through this Christmas with our house being torn down by the fire,” homeowner Jennifer Cheung said. “And just making sure everyone survived it.”
Jennifer Cheung’s bedroom and bathroom were completely destroyed by the fire. She considers herself lucky that her family was not displaced.
However, Cheung worries about the long road ahead.
“Knowing that we’re already in a financial situation as it is and struggling and then having this, it’s a burden to us. You know? And we’re just trying to figure out how we’re going to pay for it, because we couldn’t afford to keep our home insurance,” Cheung said.
The fire broke out late Saturday afternoon on Pecan Drive in Griffin, affecting homes at 112, 114 and 116 Pecan Drive. The neighborhood sits across the street from Cowan Road Middle School.
Fire officials believe the blaze started at the middle home and spread to properties on either side. Two of the three homes are considered a complete loss.
Dr. Kutubuddin Khalid’s home is completely destroyed. He says he is leaning on his faith.
“Everything is from God, and everything returns to God. So that gives us a little bit of patience. We can stand firm with the help of God,” Khalid said.
Griffin Fire Rescue has not yet confirmed how many people were displaced by the fires or released details about potential injuries. Officials are expected to provide more information about the incident.
The timing of the fire, occurring close to the holidays, has left at least two families without homes and likely without most of their belongings.
Community members are working to determine what the affected families need and whether the public can help.
This is a developing story. Return to Atlanta News First for updates.
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