A tragic incident occurred in Spain as a British woman passed away shortly after a destructive wildfire left her and her partner in critical condition. Lisa Fryett and Simon Batchelor, residents of Essex, were in the vicinity of Bédar and Los Gallardos in Spain when the fire erupted in nearby areas.
Following the blaze on July 14, the couple was rescued and taken to the hospital with severe injuries. Unfortunately, Lisa succumbed to her injuries, surrounded by her family in Spain, as confirmed in an update on a GoFundMe page set up to aid the family. Expressing deep sorrow, a statement on the fundraising platform mentioned the immense efforts made by Lisa and the gratitude for the presence of loved ones until her final moments.
The family expressed heartfelt appreciation for the support received through donations, fundraiser shares, and prayers, emphasizing the solace brought by the outpouring of love during their grievous time. They expressed gratitude for the ability to remain together in Spain due to the overwhelming support, enabling them to be with Lisa in her time of need.
A substantial amount exceeding £650,000 has been raised to assist the family and ensure a fitting farewell for Lisa. Meanwhile, Mr. Batchelor remains in critical condition in the hospital, with the fundraiser urging continued thoughts and prayers for his recovery. The family remains hopeful, taking each day as it comes, and values the ongoing support from well-wishers.
The British Foreign Office spokesperson stated that they are providing assistance to the family of the deceased British woman and are in contact with local authorities to offer support.