That is horrible. I am glad that your brother and mom made it out, and I hope they both recover quickly. Losing everything and the cat is still very sad.

(((BIG HUGS))) to you, your brother, and mother. I'm so sorry for your mother's loss of home, belongings, and especially her beloved cat. Best wishes for a speedy recovery for your HERO BROTHER! Thank God he and your mother made it out and will be okay.

My son is on the volunteer fire department in our town. Brother-in-law is the chief and one nephew is on the department as well.

I told them your brother's story and they all agree that they likely wouldn't have run in naked either. To me that speaks to your brother's courage in saving your mom.

Speedy recovery and all the blessings richly deserved!