Barnet Family Loses Home in Borehamwood Blaze
A family of five and their cat were affected by a fire that destroyed their home.
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From the archive. This story was written up on 29 July 2026 from reporting first published on 26 January 2026, which is the date shown above. We took up the back catalogue of the local titles we read when this site launched, so the events are older than the page.
A family of five has been left homeless after a fire destroyed their house in Borehamwood on January 4. The blaze also resulted in the death of their pet cat, named 2.0. The family managed to escape the property with only the clothes they were wearing.
Fire Details and Cause
The fire, which broke out in the early hours of the morning, spread rapidly through the property on Manor Way. Three fire engines attended the scene and worked to contain the flames, preventing them from spreading to neighbouring homes. The incident was fully contained by approximately 1:10 am. Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service has officially recorded the cause of the fire as accidental.
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Financial and Insurance Impact
Following the incident, it emerged that the family's home insurance policy had reportedly not been successfully renewed. The family had resided in the property for 22 years. Friends of the family have initiated a GoFundMe fundraiser, titled ‘a fresh start for the Ariyo family after a tragic fire’, aiming to raise £2,000. To date, the appeal has gathered £1,539.
Family's Current Situation
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The family, including Yewande Adigun-Ariyo, her husband, and their three adult children, are currently staying in temporary accommodation. Ms. Adigun-Ariyo described the situation as a "shock" and expressed uncertainty about how to begin rebuilding their lives. She conveyed gratitude for the community's support through the fundraiser, stating it has been "overwhelming" and a reminder that "people care".
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