Hispanic Woman Was Cooking, Made a Mistake Lighting the Stove, and Suffered a Terrible Accident

Woman survives domestic explosion in Hialeah

Seeks help for medical treatments

Hialeah community rallies for Claudia

The life of Claudia Bolívar, a resident of Hialeah, Florida, changed forever after a domestic accident left her with third-degree burns on more than 50% of her body.

A small mistake in the kitchen, months ago, caused an explosion that engulfed her in flames and began a long and painful battle for survival.

Now, as she undergoes a complex recovery process, she is asking for community support to continue her medical treatments.

Her story, shared through a GoFundMe campaign, has moved hundreds of people across South Florida.

Hialeah Woman Seeks Help for Costly Medical Treatments

Hialeah woman kitchen explosion Accident – PHOTO: gofundme

The accident happened when Claudia accidentally placed a bottle of multipurpose cleaner too close to the stove.

When she turned on the wrong burner, the container overheated and exploded violently, spraying flammable chemicals throughout the kitchen.

In seconds, flames spread across her face, neck, chest, and arms, causing severe burns and deep tissue damage.

Her son, who was working just a few blocks away, arrived before paramedics and found her unconscious on the floor, covered in flames and smoke.

Claudia Bolívar Fights for Her Recovery

Photo: GoFundMe – Hialeah woman injured in kitchen explosion

He rushed her to a nearby clinic, where doctors ordered her immediate transfer to the Jackson Memorial Hospital Trauma Center, the only local facility specialized in burn treatment.

She remained hospitalized for weeks, undergoing multiple surgeries and synthetic skin grafts.

“The pain was indescribable, but I was grateful to be alive,” Claudia wrote from her hospital bed.

After her first recovery, she was discharged — but later had to be readmitted due to complications from poor medical care.

Family and Community Join Forces to Support Claudia

Photo: GoFundMe – Hialeah woman injured in kitchen explosion

Despite the suffering, Claudia survived and continues her recovery at home with the help of her daughter, who cares for her daily.

Her son, who works in construction, supports her financially while dealing with his own health challenges.

Doctors have recommended laser treatments to reduce scarring and relieve pain, but each session costs $1,350, and her insurance does not cover them.

For that reason, she turned to the public through GoFundMe, hoping to raise the funds needed to continue her recovery.

Hialeah Rallies Behind Claudia Bolívar

In her public message, Claudia admitted that it was difficult for her to ask for help — but she places her trust in the kindness of others.

“It’s hard for me to do this, but I need to heal. I’ve survived the worst pain imaginable, and I just want to feel human again,” she wrote.

Neighbors, friends, and even strangers have shared her story on social media, creating a wave of solidarity and compassion.

Today, Claudia continues her daily fight between pain, hope, and gratitude — thankful for every person who helps her rebuild her life.