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According to a recent Wolf Eyes MySpace bulletin, Peter Young-- brother of the band's Nate Young and the painter behind the cover of Wolf Eyes' self-titled Bulb Records release-- was severely injured this past weekend while attempting to rescue his dog from a fire.

The blaze overcame Peter's apartment on the morning of Saturday, February 24, and Peter first emerged unscathed-- only to re-enter the burning structure in an attempt to save his dog, Little John. Smoke then rendered Peter unconscious and he suffered "2nd and 3rd degree burns on 30-44% of his body" before police and fire department workers found him, wrote Nate. And there's no silver lining here: despite Peter's efforts, his beloved pooch perished.

Nate says Peter, who is without insurance, will be in the hospital for two to three months. Nate and Wolf Eyes have set up a Paypal account and are seeking donations to help cover the enormous medical bills and repair Peter's destroyed apartment. Those who wish to help should send funds via Paypal to Peter.B.Young@gmail.com. Be sure to share some kind words with Nate during Wolf Eyes' April tour of Europe as well.

Our hearts go out to Peter and his friends and family. Read Young's complete message below.

Hello all,

On the morning of Feb 24th my brother Peter Young was in a fire. He was injured with 2nd and 3rd degree burns on 30-44% of his body. Neighbors reported seeing him coming out of his apartment unharmed only to see him run back in to save his dog Little John. The smoke and heat over took Pete as soon as he reentered the apartment. Pete was found unconscious and burning by Brighton Police and Fire Department who rushed him over to the U of M hospital. His apartment was completely destroyed and Little John did not make it. Pete has no medical insurance or insurance on his apartment which he owns. He is in surgery for skin grafts and has not been conscious yet. He'll be in the hospital for at least 2-3 months.

I am asking for donations to help my family with some of the medical bills and the rebuilding of his apartment. I have set up a paypal account in Pete's name. If everyone here can donate at least $1 that will be a huge help.

Please paypal donations to Peter.B.Young@gmail.com
Please try to pay the fee if using a credit or debit card.

Pete first introduced me to punk, psychedelic rock and noise - the music that inspired me the most as a kid. He also painted the cover for the first Wolf Eyes album released on Bulb. Without him Wolf Eyes may not have ever existed. I hope you'll help me give him something back.

With much thanks,
Nate Young

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