'They Lost Everything': Family Of 5 Rescued From Lindenhurst Fire

LINDENHURST, NY — A Lindenhurst family was rescued by police from a house fire early Saturday, according to authorities.

Law enforcement received a 911 call about the fire shortly after 2 a.m., police said. Two officers in an unmarked vehicle were in the area and responded to the home on 45th Street, where they found a ladder and, with a third officer, rescued a man, a woman, three children and a dog, according to police.

“Thankfully all members are safe, but sadly, they lost everything,” a GoFundMe for the family said. “The Marrones (Mike, Angelica, Vinny, Anthony and Luciana and Nellie the family dog) are a loving family who deserve our support to help them get back on their feet. Along with monetary donations, clothing and other household items are appreciated.”

As of Sunday morning, the GoFundMe had raised about $13,000 toward its $25,000 goal. An investigation into the fire was ongoing and the cause had not yet been determined, police said.