Dozens became displaced after an apartment fire in Torrington Friday. Now that community is coming together to help those impacted.
"First thing Monday morning there were people here waiting to make donations," said Sarah Toomey, Outreach Case Manager for the Community Health and Wellness Center.
And in just two days the donations have piled up at the Community Health and Wellness Center in Torrington. From clothes to shoes to toothbrushes and toothpaste, everything is needed.
Last week Torrington firefighters responded to a fire on Highland Avenue. Everyone escaped unharmed, but 30 people were displaced.
"It's surreal when all your belongings are just burning and there's nothing you can do. It's devastating," said Toomey.
Toomey says three of the families lost everything. The center decided to start a donation drive on Monday for all the families impacted. She says they're still in need of gift cards, toiletries, and personal care items.
"There are some people that don't even know these families that are dropping off donations, gift cards; we had a cash donation. It's just amazing," said Toomey.
Local
At nearby Joseph's House, the donations are adding up there as well.
While it's a difficult time for the families affected, it's also been heartwarming to see so many want to help.
"They're very emotional. They don't want to talk about it. They're very overwhelmed, but they're very grateful by the support that the community is showing," said Toomey.
Donations can be dropped off at the Community Health and Wellness Center at 469 Migeon Ave. in Torrington through Friday.
