A Florida family is reeling after a fire, allegedly caused by an overheating Wi-Fi router, destroyed their home. Keona Huntley, a mother of three, shared the devastating news on social media, hoping to warn others about the potential dangers of household electronics.
The fire began in Huntley’s bedroom, where she had been using a Quantum Fiber internet router. Huntley noted that the device had been replaced just two months earlier following ongoing issues with connectivity. Despite these changes, the service remained unreliable, with technicians visiting her home repeatedly to troubleshoot the problems.
When the blaze ignited, it spread rapidly throughout the home. Huntley shared video footage of the aftermath, showing blackened walls, a mattress reduced to springs, and debris covering every surface. “We literally lost everything,” she said, describing the total destruction of her property.
Adding to the family’s challenges, Huntley revealed that she did not have renters insurance, leaving her unable to recover her personal belongings. “That was on me,” she admitted, expressing guilt for not being better prepared.
Social media users rallied around Huntley, offering advice and encouragement. Many suggested she hire a lawyer and ensure fire investigators examine the router before Quantum Fiber retrieves it. One commenter wrote, “Make sure the evidence is preserved for a proper investigation.”
Huntley and her family launched a GoFundMe campaign to cover basic needs and temporary housing. The campaign has raised over $3,000 toward an $8,000 goal. “Our family’s world was turned upside down when we lost our home to a devastating fire,” Huntley wrote.
Fire investigators are still determining whether the router was defective or if other factors contributed to the blaze. Huntley’s warning serves as a call for homeowners to inspect electronic devices and consider renters insurance to mitigate the impact of unforeseen disasters.
