A tragic incident occurred in Spain where a British woman lost her life shortly after a destructive wildfire left her and her partner in critical condition. Lisa Fryett and Simon Batchelor, residents of Essex, were residing near Bédar and Los Gallardos in Spain when a fire erupted in nearby areas.
The couple was rescued during the wildfire and taken to the hospital with severe injuries on July 14. Sadly, Lisa passed away, surrounded by her family in Spain, as confirmed by an update on a GoFundMe page created to assist the family. A heartfelt message on the fundraising page expressed the immense grief felt by loved ones, highlighting Lisa’s courageous fight and the support received during this trying time.
The family expressed gratitude for the donations, shares, and thoughts and prayers extended to them. They emphasized the comfort brought by the outpouring of love, kindness, and generosity during their darkest hours. Over £650,000 has been raised to provide support to the family and ensure a dignified farewell for Lisa.
While Mr. Batchelor remains in critical condition in the hospital, the fundraiser continues to request support and prayers for his recovery. The family remains hopeful, taking each day as it comes, and appreciates the ongoing love and encouragement received from well-wishers.
A spokesperson from the British Foreign Office mentioned that they are assisting the family of the deceased British woman and are in contact with the local authorities regarding the unfortunate incident.