Yesterday, Gorguts guitarist Kevin Hufnagel posted on Instagram that there had been a fireplace at his residence on Sunday, December 15. He clarified that everybody was protected and that it was believed the hearth began from an e-bike his neighbor stored within the basement. Regardless of Hufnagel, his spouse and their two cats being protected, they nonetheless incurred important damages to the house they hire and to their possessions, resulting in the creation of a GoFundMe.
The fundraiser description explains the state of affairs in additional element:
âThanks to people who have already reached out and provided to assist. We’re organising this fundraiser as much as assist us with misplaced work, possessions, vet payments, meals, fuel, garments, and so on. due the horrific hearth that began within the dwelling we rented from. Something is appreciated. Thanks all a lot.
âFor people who didnât see my social media submit. Right hereâs my account of what occurred:
âThis previous Sunday Dec 15, 2024 my worst nightmare got here to life. I (Kevin) wakened at 5:30am to the scent of fuel. I ran downstairs and heard the basement smoke alarm going off. The tenant who lives within the basement was not dwelling. I referred to as him and he mentioned his entrance door was unlocked. The second I attempted to open his door I used to be blasted with black smoke and warmth. I ran upstairs to my spouse Cath and informed her we needed to depart the home instantly. We appeared for our 2 cats however couldnât discover them. The fireplace was spreading and we needed to act quick. Then there was a small explosion. I referred to as 911. The fireman arrived inside minutes (bless them). I couldnât imagine we didnât get our cats in time. I had NEVER felt such _extreme_ hopelessness, anger, and despair in my life!! Nothing else in that home mattered to me however them! When the hearth was out, I went again in. Finally I discovered the kitty sisters hiding beneath the mattress! I grabbed them and we took the 2 to the vet instantly. Iâm glad to say they’re recovering effectively! The reason for the hearth was most certainly the ebike our downstairs tenant was utilizing. We’re nonetheless ready for the official report. DO NOT BUY THESE THINGS! Iâm grateful for our neighbors who took us in, clothed us, and even let me retailer all my guitars of their basement. Amazingly, my guitars have been pretty unscathed, as they have been principally in instances on the highest flooring. However the stench of soot and hearth permeated them; and the wooden is warped. Due to Jeff from Dysrhythmia, the primary individual I referred to as. Jeff helped me pack and retailer a few of the necessary issues I used to be in a position to salvage. Total, as they are saying, âIt mayâve been worse.â Weâre all alive!â
You possibly can donate to the fundraiser to assist Hufnagel get again on his ft right here.
