A devastating early morning fire has left a ten-member family homeless in Guinea Grass Village, Orange Walk, destroying their residence and all personal possessions. The blaze erupted approximately at 6:00 AM on December 30, 2025, when resident Jose Mejia, 25, awoke to the smell of smoke and discovered flames emerging from an unoccupied bedroom.
Mejia recounted the rapid escalation of the emergency in a telephone interview, describing his frantic efforts to evacuate nine other family members including multiple young children and a 45-year-old father-in-law. Despite the swift spread of the fire, all occupants managed to escape with only minor injuries reported, including a slight burn to Mejia’s foot sustained during the rescue operation.
The family attributes the fire’s origin to an electrical malfunction involving an outlet on a structural post. Fire department personnel arrived after the structure had sustained extensive damage, preventing salvage of any belongings. Mejia described attempts to rescue clothing and other items that were ultimately consumed by the advancing flames.
The household, comprising children ranging from four to fifteen years old alongside young adults, now faces complete destitution. With no possessions remaining, the family has issued a public appeal for assistance as they confront the overwhelming task of rebuilding their lives. Community members wishing to provide support may contact the family at +501 656-2143 or +501 606-0666.