A harrowing incident unfolded in San Antonio Village, northern Belize, on the night of November 4, 2025, when a house fire threatened the life of Calvin Gilharry, the Village Chairman and a renowned Belizean musician. The blaze erupted around 11:00 p.m., engulfing Gilharry’s bedroom as he slept. Awakened by the acrid smell of smoke, Gilharry managed to escape through a window, emerging unscathed. Quick action from family members helped contain the fire, preventing it from spreading further. The cement house, which was uninsured, suffered significant damage, though the exact cost remains undetermined. Authorities have launched an investigation to uncover the cause of the fire, which has left the community in shock and raised concerns about fire safety in rural areas.