Fire!

Today during fifth code, Sunley house caught fire. Luckily everyone is safe and no one was injured. However, three dorms have been completely and utterly destroyed - and the rest they are unsure about at the moment. However, they are guessing that 7 will suffer from sever water and smoke damage and three will only have minimal damage (relative to the rest of the house). The dorm of Hannah (one of my closest friends) has been completely destroyed - clothes, notes, photos, computer - everything is gone. It is has been a very intense day. But our school has reacted well so far. Sunley house is a bit on shock, but all the students have pitched in to help them out. We have collected piles of clothing, shoes and toiletries. The sunley students have been moved into the house and people are helping them fill their new corners with all of the essentials (including lots of chocolate and hugs). They aren't allowed into their house yet, but I have gone to see it, and it is pretty alarming. No roof. Smashed windows. Gaping holes. Exposed brick. It is the type of thing that you always hear about, but never think will happen. However, I am just proud of how we have been able to come together and support each other. We don't know what caused it, or what exactly will happen next, but I have complete faith in the administration and in my fellow students. I am proud to be an AC student. Two news articles: http://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/2011/04/12/blaze-outbreak-at-vale-college-91466-28507463/ http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-13054490