Féile O’Sullivan (13) was critically injured in an accident involving a tractor last month – and suffered severe lower abdominal injuries. She was rushed to Cork University Hospital (CUH) where doctors fought to save her. Ultimately, the Beara girl had to have both of her legs amputated. Special vigils were held across west Cork as people prayed for the -recovery of the little girl as she remained in a critical condition. Féile has defied the odds and is now recovering thanks to the skill of doctors in Cork and Dublin. She is currently being treated in a specialist unit at a Dublin hospital --– but is already determined to return to her Beara home. Her west Cork community launched a fundraiser to assist her and her family – and the reaction has stunned everyone involved. In just over a week, the appeal has raised €301,000 – with over €100,000 being donated in the first 48 hours alone. The fundraising campaign is supported by Garnish GAA, Allihies Hall, Allihies Men’s Shed, Beara United and Beara LGFA. Appeal organisers said the community was determined to do something to assist the well-respected family after the shocking accident. Anyone lucky enough to know Féile will tell you how full of life, energy, fun, kindness and what a pure messer she is “Just before her 13th birthday, our amazing Féile was in a serious farm accident, changing her life in ways no child should ever have to face,” an -appeal organiser explained. “She is currently hospitalised in critical condition, showing great strength and bravery. Our beautiful Féile has been involved in a life-changing farm accident, leaving her in critical condition in hospital. In a moment, her world was turned upside down – she suffered severe lower abdomen injuries and underwent a double leg amputation. “Anyone lucky enough to know Féile will tell you how full of life, energy, fun, kindness and what a pure -messer she is. |”She adores dogs and horses. Farming is in her blood, and she loves everything about nature, outdoors and staying active. She’s also a true sports star – whether football, soccer, gymnastics, or anything involving movement and fun, Féile is always giving it her all, with a smile and a sparkle in her eyes. This accident hasn’t changed who she is, but has just changed what she now needs.” The community wants to help her family with future medical costs, rehabilitation and home adaptations. “The journey ahead will be long and challenging. Féile has had extensive surgeries and battled hard to still be with us. She will face many more surgeries to help her,” the organiser added. The appeal is now at 60pc of the €500,000 target.