Community rallies around Fishers Kiwanis President after house fire

Support is pouring in for a Fishers community leader after a fire heavily damaged his Noblesville home over the weekend.

Emergency crews with the Noblesville Fire Department were called to a residence in the 10000 block of Cumberland Pointe Boulevard, near East 146th Street and State Road 37, following reports that lightning may have struck the house during severe weather moving through the area.

Firefighters arriving on scene encountered thick smoke and flames coming from the home. Crews acted quickly, deploying several hose lines to contain the fire and prevent additional damage.

Authorities said no one was inside the residence when the fire broke out, and no injuries were reported.

The homeowner, David Cox, is well known in the community as president of the Fishers Kiwanis Club. Friends, neighbors, and fellow community members have since rallied around Cox and his family as they begin the recovery process.

“Everyone has been kinder than I deserve,” Cox said. “It’s overwhelming to see such care and compassion.”

While investigators have not officially determined the cause of the fire, officials say a lightning strike is considered a possible factor.

A GoFundMe fundraiser has been established to assist the family as they work to rebuild after the loss. Those wishing to contribute can find the fundraiser at this link.

The investigation remains ongoing.

 

 

 

Photos provided by Mitchell Elmore