A tragic incident occurred in Spain where a British woman lost her life shortly after sustaining severe injuries during a recent wildfire alongside her partner. Lisa Fryett and Simon Batchelor, residents of Essex, were in the vicinity of Bédar and Los Gallardos in Spain when a fire erupted in nearby areas.
Following their rescue from the wildfire, both individuals were hospitalized with critical injuries on July 14. Sadly, Lisa Fryett passed away, surrounded by her family in Spain, according to an update on a GoFundMe page established to aid the family. Expressing their grief, a message on the fundraising platform conveyed the profound loss and acknowledged the tremendous efforts made by Lisa during her struggle.
The fundraising post expressed heartfelt gratitude to all donors and well-wishers who supported the family during this challenging time. The outpouring of love, compassion, and financial contributions has provided solace to the family in their time of grief.
The family extended their appreciation for the support received, enabling them to remain together in Spain and offer comfort to Lisa in her final moments. The collective donations have surpassed £650,000, aiming to ensure a fitting farewell for Lisa and support her family.
Meanwhile, Simon Batchelor remains hospitalized in critical condition, with the fundraiser urging continued thoughts and prayers for his recovery. The family remains hopeful, appreciating the ongoing support and love extended by the community.
A representative from the British Foreign Office affirmed their assistance to the bereaved family and ongoing coordination with local authorities regarding the tragic incident.
