| Belize City resident Anna Card is homeless tonight after a fire gutted her home at mile 2 and a half on the George Price Highway. She left her home at a little before 8 to run a quick errand, but she left a lighted candle in the house. For that single oversight, she paid the ultimate price because it is suspected, that the fire was caused by that candle.
Daniel Ortiz visited her today, and he has her story of loss and lamentation:
As you heard, Card says that BEL's accusation caused her not to have power in her home. She started using candles because she couldn't afford to pay the electricity which she says they're accusing her of stealing.
Today, we contacted BEL for comment, and a PR representative said, quote, "Whilst, we are not aware of the specific case, typically, if a customer is unable to pay their bill at the due date, a payment arrangement is offered. In cases where customers are found stealing power, they will be disconnected. Once they accept liability, a payment plan is arranged for the power consumed and they are reconnected.
We encourage customers to report when they are aware of others who are using power illegally and unsafely. Customers are reminded that they are liable for any power that is consumed through their service entrance. Customers who can't afford a service entrance, which is needed for safe and proper connection, can apply to BEL for assistance. Interested persons must make a commitment to paying their electricity bills, to be eligible for BEL's service entrance program."
Anyone wishing to assist Anna Card can reach her at phone number 627-8788.
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