On Halloween last year, TV presenter Claudia WInkleman’s family life was turned upside down after her daughter suffered horrific burns at a costume party.
Eight-year-old Matilda was standing next to a candle when her costume caught fire, ‘exploding’ in flames.
Her life was saved thanks to some quick thinking on behalf of one of the male party guests.
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Now Claudia wants to help encourage more awareness of fire safety and what to do if a similar incident occurs in other households across the UK.
The 43-year-old took three weeks off from her presenting slot on last year’s Strictly Come Dancing to keep a vigil at her daughter’s bedside following the accident.
She wrote on Twitter after the traumatic incident that it would be a ‘long road to recovery’ for Matilda but that ‘she is getting the best possible care’.
Claudia also tweeted: "We are bowled over by their kindness and brilliance.
"Matilda is doing well and although it will be a long road to recovery, she is getting the best possible care."