Dear Mrs. Croft,
Following the homework you requested us to complete for the next week, I am unable to comply to the deadline.
I was working on my project when a hurricane started to build up outside my house. I went to open the door too make sure everything was alright, but I wasn't expecting a blow of wind to come and throw my paper ever; partially in the fireplace.
I am currently working to restore all my lost work. It may take few weeks.
Please accept my deepest apologies,
John O'Connor