Firefighter who battled wildfires loses everything as blaze destroys his own family home

Firefighter who battled wildfires loses everything as blaze destroys his own family home The community rallied to help Phil Morris, a group manager with Mid and West Wales Fire Service, after a fire recently tore through the father of three's family home A firefighter who has dedicated his career to rushing to the aid of others on their darkest days has now found himself living that very nightmare. A devastating fire ripped through Phil Morris' family home, stripping the dad and his loved ones of nearly everything they own. Phil, his wife and three children now face the overwhelming challenge of rebuilding their lives with little more than the clothes on their backs. But the community in Brecon, Powys, has rallied to help Phil, 47, and has raised more than £22,000 for him to support his family. Neighbours and friends have urged others to help the firefighter, stressing "no donation is too small". Brecon fire station has released a statement setting out the details of the serious house fire on Wednesday night, at the home of their own Group Manager. In a statement posted to social media, Brecon Fire Station described it as a call "none of us ever expected to receive". "As firefighters, we're used to being the ones who turn up when somebody is having one of the worst days of their life," the organisation said. "We go in, do everything we can to help and try to make a terrible situation that little bit better. "But when that call is for one of your own, it really hits home." Wales Online reports Phil devoted much of his life and career to the fire service in the market town. He and his teams fought wildfires across mid Wales this summer, including some across remote mountainous areas. And now, the firefighters who have stood by his side throughout his career are determined to support him and his family in their hour of need. The JustGiving fundraiser has been launched by the local community to help ease some of the immediate financial pressure on the family. The money raised is hoped to provide essential items and support as they begin the challenging journey of getting back on their feet and rebuilding what has been lost. The page has already surpassed £22,000 in donations. The page reads: "For a family, a home is so much more than four walls. It's where children grow, birthdays and holidays are celebrated, meals are shared, and precious family memories are made. To suddenly lose that sense of home, comfort, and security is something no family should have to face alone. "As they begin the overwhelming process of putting their lives back together, we would love to show them just how much their community cares. We are raising money to help with clothing, food, temporary accommodation, everyday essentials, and the many unexpected costs they will face in the weeks and months ahead. "No donation is too small. Every pound raised will help this family find their feet again and begin rebuilding a safe and loving home." Brecon Fire Station added: "When someone has spent their life helping others, hopefully we can now come together and return some of that kindness." To donate to the JustGiving page, use this link.