Omagh salon owner heartbroken as business destroyed in fire

“In a matter of moments, everything we had worked so hard to build was gone.”

A Co Tyrone salon owner has said she is heartbroken after her business was destroyed in a fire.

The owner of Courture Hair Omagh has said she is devastated following the fire which was reported at 3.24am on Sunday, June 28, at the premises on Market Street.

In a statement on social media, owner Joanne said she was heartbroken about what has happened to the salon but also thanked her customers and friends who have reached out to offer support and kindness.

She said: “We are still trying to come to terms with what has happened. We are heartbroken to share that the salon has been completely destroyed following a fire in the premises above.

“In a matter of moments, everything we had worked so hard to build was gone. Our salon, our tools, our products, and so many memories that meant the world to us.

“For some of us, this was our business. For others, it was our workplace. For all of us, it was our second home. Although we are devastated, we are incredibly grateful that no one was hurt. That is all that truly matters.

“To our wonderful clients, friends, and families, thank you for all the love, messages, and support you have already shown us. Your kindness is helping us through this.

“We don’t know exactly what comes next, but we’ll keep everyone updated as we take our first steps forward. Thank you for keeping us in your thoughts.”

The Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service said they received a call regarding a shop fire with apartments above it on Market Street at 3.24am on Sunday, June 28, with a number of crews from Omagh and the surrounding area attending the scene.

The fire was dealt with by 6.29am and is not believed to have been started maliciously at this time.

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