After Fair Haven House Fire Early Monday, GoFundMe Appeals Created For Displaced Families

NEW HAVEN, CT — GoFundMe appeals have been created for a Fair Haven families displaced after fire ripped through their home at 43 Maltby St. just after midnight Monday.

Fire officials found heavy fire on the second and third floors of the home. Fire also jumped to a neighboring house. Both structures were left with significant damage.

All residents were able to escape unharmed, but a firefighter was injured, according to fire officials.

In one case, a GoFundMe was created for a family of six that was displaced from the fire and lost all they owned.

"I am starting this fundraiser for my three cousins, my aunt, my uncle, and my abuela after their house caught fire early this morning. Thankfully, they all made it out unharmed, but the house collapsed and they lost all of their belongings. It is heartbreaking to see my family go through something so sudden and devastating. My aunt and uncle work very hard, one of my cousins is studying and lost her work location and supplies, and my abuela is currently undergoing chemo. On top of everything they are already carrying, they are now facing the pain and uncertainty of starting over after losing their home," the GoFundMe appeal by Gloria Sierra-Rivera reads reads.

"The support from this fundraiser will help them get back on their feet and buy clothing for the incoming cold. Right now, even the smallest act of kindness can make a real difference for them as they try to take the next steps forward. My family is very devoted and keeps to themselves, so asking for help is not easy, but this is an incredibly difficult time. If you are able to give anything at all, it would mean so much to us. Please also keep my family in your thoughts and prayers as they begin to rebuild."

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