Longtime Hampton Bays Resident Loses Everything In Fire

HAMPTON BAYS, NY — A familiar face and friend to many in the Hampton Bays and Westhampton Beach area needs help after losing everything in a Sunday morning fire.

According to a GoFundMe page, "Meghan Bozek, We Love You," created by Christopher Furchert, his teammate and good friend lost her home and all of its contents.

"Thankfully Meghan, her mother, and three dogs are all well and safe," he said, adding, "Nothing is salvageable and Meghan and her pups are left displaced."

According to the Hampton Bays Fire Department, the fire broke out in the Bellows Terrace Rd. home at 10:22 a.m., originating in the kitchen; heavy damage was sustained.

Bozek, Furchert said, advocates for the Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons and is a gymnastics coach and a longtime Hampton Bays resident.

"She might have served you a drink or walked a dog you adopted. She has touched so many lives. Anyone who knows Meghan knows that she is the most thoughtful person, always the first to be there for a friend or animal in need. Her love and friendship is unconditional and while she would never ask for anything from anyone, she needs our love and support right now," he said. "This GoFundMe won’t bring back her home nor her clothing and keepsakes, but it will help her get back on her feet while waiting for insurance. Every contribution helps, even the smallest amount, and with every donation, please send her some positive vibes and love. We love you, Meg!"

To donate, click here.

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